The useful idea
- The useful idea
Biometrics are body measurements and calculations related to human characteristics and features.
- How it works
Biometric authentication (or realistic authentication) is used in computer science as a form of identification and access control.
- Why it matters
It is also used to identify individuals in groups that are under surveillance.
Why this matters
Use Biometrics as a lens when judging what a digital tool can — and cannot — do.
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Use Biometrics as a lens when judging what a digital tool can — and cannot — do.
Test your recall
Which idea belongs to the explanation of Biometrics?
- How it works
- The useful idea — correct
- Why it matters
Biometrics are body measurements and calculations related to human characteristics and features.