Short for Automated Fingerprint Identification System,
AFIS is a type of biometric system that uses
digital imaging to capture a
fingerprint, which then can then be compared to a database of fingerprint records
to help determine the identity of an individual. AFIS is a biometrics system commonly
used in law enforcement where sets of prints are recorded at crime scenes,
digitally captured and then compared to fingerprint records in the AFIS system.
Civilian uses of AFIS include fingerprint scanners for security purposes.
Biometric Consortium Extensive collection of information pertaining to the research, development, testing, evaulation, and application of biometric-based personal identification/verification technology. The Biometric Consortium serves as the U.S. Government's focal point for this technology.
DRM Watch Analysis of digital rights management technology.
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