Biometric retina scanner

A retina scan is an example of a well-known biometrie that was not discussed in this chapter.

a. Briefly outline the history and development of the retina scan biometric. How does a modern retina scan system work?

b. Why, in principle, can a retina scan be extremely effective?

c. List several pros and cons of retina scanning as compared to a fingerprint biometrie.

d. Suppose that your company is considering installing a biometrie system that every employee will use every time they enter their office building. Your company will install either a retina scan or an iris scan system. Which would you prefer that they choose? Why?

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