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Glossary of Internet and technology terms

Biometrics

Definition: Biometrics is a form of authentication using unique physical traits of the user. Unlike a password, a hacker cannot “guess” your fingerprint or retinal scan pattern. Biometrics is a relatively new term used to refer to fingerprinting, retinal scans, […]

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Glossary of Internet and technology terms

Authentication

Definition: One of the keys in determining if the message or file you are receiving is safe is to first authenticate that the person who sent it is who they say they are. Authentication is the process of determining the

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