RFID tags and readers are everywhere, perhaps you should know how it works

RFID technologies offer practical benefits to almost anyone who needs to keep track of physical assets. This chapter excerpt from RFID Essentials explains the basic components of an RFID system.

RFID is quickly becoming a ubiquitous technology. With is widespread adoption in manufacturing, retailing, and security systems, you owe it to yourself to know at least the basics. This chapter excerpt from RFID Essentials, by Bill Glover, Himanshu Bhatt explains the basic components of an RFID system and discusses some of the benefits of RFID and some of the caveats to look for during implementation..

Title: RFID Essentials
Author: By Bill Glover, Himanshu Bhatt
Publisher: O'Reilly Media, Inc.
Chapter 1: An Introduction to RFID
ISBN: 0-596-00944-5; First Edition January 2006; Copyright 2006
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