1. 1 November 2004 1 Applicability of Biometrics As a Means of Authentication Scholarship for Service William Kwan

2. 1 November 2004 2 Overview Biometrics overview Motivation Current Technology Future Implications Conclusion

3. 1 November 2004 3 What is Biometrics? Biometrics is human authentication using physical or behavioral characteristics

4. 1 November 2004 4 Examples Fingerprints Retina Iris Face / Hand Geometry Voice Signature

5. 1 November 2004 5 Motivation Person has to be present to be authenticated Eliminates the need to remember password or carry devices