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Video: Fujitsu PalmSecure offers biometric authentication for Windows

Takeaway: Fujitsu’s PalmSecure technology offers several advantages over other biometric security devices, like fingerprint scanners. But those advantages don’t come cheap. At CES 2009, Bill Detwiler saw a demonstration of a PalmSecure-enable mouse being used to access Windows.

March 26, 2009, 11:40 AM PDT | Length:00:04:38

Fujitsu’s PalmSecure technology offers several advantages over other biometric security devices, like fingerprint scanners. But those advantages don’t come cheap. At CES 2009, Gerald Byrnes, Manager Biometrics and Strategic Planning at Fujitsu, gave me a demonstration of a PalmSecure-enable mouse and the company’s LOGONDIRECTOR software being used to access Windows.

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About Bill Detwiler

Bill Detwiler is Head Technology Editor of TechRepublic. Previously, he worked as a Support Tech and IT Manager in the social research and energy industries.

Bill Detwiler

Bill Detwiler
Bill Detwiler is Head Technology Editor for TechRepublic. Previously he worked as a Technical Support Associate and Information Technology Manager in the social research and energy industries. Bill is a Microsoft Certified Professional with experience in Windows administration, data management, desktop support, and system security.

Bill Detwiler

Bill Detwiler
Bill Detwiler has nothing to disclose. He doesn't hold investments in the technology companies he covers.
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