Useful biometric control links to other security-related sites.

Biometric Links

Whilst we are not responsible for the operation or content of any of the sites listed below, we list a selection of our favourites here in the hope that you find them useful.

If you would like to submit a site to be considered for inclusion on the Biometric Control links pages, please feel free but note that we will only accept links from biometric-related sites.

SalvageData Hard Drive Crash

Data Recovery Software

EASEUS Data Recovery Software

IBM Laptop DVD / CDRW Drives

Compaq Laptop AC Adapters

Computer and PDA Security

Toshiba Laptop Accessories

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Biometrics: Passwords and Tokens

While usually effective as a first line of authentication, the primary drawback of both passwords and tokens (such as smart cards) is that each relies on either something you know or something you have. There is no way of verifying that the person presenting the token or typing the password is the one authorised to access a laptop or network.

Using passwords and smart cards together provides a higher confidence level, but it is still not impervious to a hacker determined to acquire or spoof both. Additionally, complex password rules and smart card maintenance dramatically increase the difficulty of use and cost of support.

On the other hand, a fingerprint serves to identify that the person authenticating is who he/she claims to be. Barring extreme measures, a biometric cannot be transferred from one person to another. It is easy to use and is the only form of authentication that verifies identity based on something you are.