Biometrics: Your Body and the Science of Security Maria Birmingham

Biometrics: Your Body and the Science of Security

Author: Maria Birmingham
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Book Title
Biometrics: Your Body and the Science of Security
Author
Maria Birmingham
ISBN
9781771471930
Biometrics -- the science of using the body to identify a person -- is everywhere, not just in science fiction, but in everyday life. Today, biometrics is on the cutting edge of security. It's used for access into banks and airports, as well as to keep money and personal information safe. Methods like fingerprinting and retinal scanning might be more familiar, but biometrics can also identify people based on ear shape, scent, vein pattern, and much more. This book explores nine biometrics in detail, explaining how each works, where it's used, its pros and cons, and how it compares to other techniques. It also discusses privacy, security, why we need methods of identification, and touches on biometrics of the future. Engaging and colorful design and playful illustrations alongside surprising anecdotes, historical context, and humor make this an enjoyable, in-depth look at a hot topic. Informational text features include sidebars, diagrams, sources, a glossary and an index.Binding Type: HardcoverAuthor: Maria BirminghamPublisher: OwlkidsPublished: 09/15/2017ISBN: 9781771471930Pages: 48Weight: 0.90lbsSize: 9.60h x 7.60w x 0.50dReview Citations: Kirkus Reviews 06/01/2017School Library Journal 07/01/2017Booklist 09/01/2017 pg. 84Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 10/01/2017Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2018 pg. 209 - Below Average, With Minor Flaw
Biometrics -- the science of using the body to identify a person -- is everywhere, not just in science fiction, but in everyday life. Today, biometrics is on the cutting edge of security. It's used for access into banks and airports, as well as to keep money and personal information safe. Methods like fingerprinting and retinal scanning might be more familiar, but biometrics can also identify people based on ear shape, scent, vein pattern, and much more.

This book explores nine biometrics in detail, explaining how each works, where it's used, its pros and cons, and how it compares to other techniques. It also discusses privacy, security, why we need methods of identification, and touches on biometrics of the future. Engaging and colorful design and playful illustrations alongside surprising anecdotes, historical context, and humor make this an enjoyable, in-depth look at a hot topic. Informational text features include sidebars, diagrams, sources, a glossary and an index.

Binding Type: Hardcover
Author: Maria Birmingham
Publisher: Owlkids
Published: 09/15/2017
ISBN: 9781771471930
Pages: 48
Weight: 0.90lbs
Size: 9.60h x 7.60w x 0.50d

Review Citations: Kirkus Reviews 06/01/2017
School Library Journal 07/01/2017
Booklist 09/01/2017 pg. 84
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 10/01/2017
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2018 pg. 209 - Below Average, With Minor Flaw
Biometrics -- the science of using the body to identify a person -- is everywhere, not just in science fiction, but in everyday life. Today, biometrics is on the cutting edge of security. It's used for access into banks and airports, as well as to keep money and personal information safe. Methods like fingerprinting and retinal scanning might be more familiar, but biometrics can also identify people based on ear shape, scent, vein pattern, and much more.

This book explores nine biometrics in detail, explaining how each works, where it's used, its pros and cons, and how it compares to other techniques. It also discusses privacy, security, why we need methods of identification, and touches on biometrics of the future. Engaging and colorful design and playful illustrations alongside surprising anecdotes, historical context, and humor make this an enjoyable, in-depth look at a hot topic. Informational text features include sidebars, diagrams, sources, a glossary and an index.

Binding Type: Hardcover
Author: Maria Birmingham
Publisher: Owlkids
Published: 09/15/2017
ISBN: 9781771471930
Pages: 48
Weight: 0.90lbs
Size: 9.60h x 7.60w x 0.50d

Review Citations: Kirkus Reviews 06/01/2017
School Library Journal 07/01/2017
Booklist 09/01/2017 pg. 84
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 10/01/2017
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2018 pg. 209 - Below Average, With Minor Flaw