iris scanning

Ocular identity verification

Iris scanning is a biometric identification method that analyzes the unique patterns in a person's iris—the colored ring surrounding the pupil.

Because iris patterns are highly distinctive and stable over time, the technology offers reliable authentication for security systems, border control, and device access: The building uses iris scanning instead of keycards.

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recognition · security · security checkpoint · authentication · identity · identity theft · cornea · camera · airport · border control · unlock · unlock phone · gaze · verification · laser · pattern · border · access

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biometric identification method

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Recording unique digit patterns

fingerprint scanning · voice recognition · facial recognition · DNA testing

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Free public scholarly content

PIN entry · honor system · security questions · one-time password · combination lock

surveillance and privacy

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Unknown identity state

privacy protection · untraceability · anonymous browsing

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