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Biometrics is the biological identification of a person. As most library applications are involved with computers, in the library context this usually means using fingerprint readers as a secure method for identification. Historically school libraries have lead the way in this field, but further education colleges and some health libraries are starting to use the technology as well. The main advantage for Libraries is 'no tickets' – users always have their finger with them and it means everyone can use Library anytime.
Updated: 19 June 2008