Biometrics

Biometrics are unique physical or behavioural characteristics that can be used to identify a person. Imagine it as a high-tech way to prove who you are, like a fingerprint or a voice print.

Here's the key difference between biometrics and passwords

  • Passwords rely on something you know (the characters).
  • Biometrics rely on something you are (your physical characteristics).

This makes biometrics generally more secure because they're harder to steal or copy than a password.

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    • Fingerprint scanning

    • Facial recognition

    • Iris or retina scanning

    • Voice authentication

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    • Convenience: No need to remember complex passwords!

    • Security: Biometrics are harder to forge than passwords.

    Biometrics are becoming increasingly popular for:

    • Unlocking smartphones and other devices

    • Securing access to sensitive information They can even be used with passwords for an extra layer of security.