Technology cards also known as smart cards" offer dramatic advancements in ID card security and functionality. Smart cards are small and tamper-resistant. They store, process, communicate and encrypt large amounts of data, including biometric data and monetary values. Smart cards are often used for logical access control to networks or databases, or physical access control to buildings or rooms.
Five current Fargo printer/encoders DTC1000Me, DTC1250Me, DTC4250e, DTC4500e and HDP5000 can encode data in up to three different smart card technologies in the same pass as card printing, when optional encoding modules are installed.
Smart cards defined
Generally speaking, a smart card is any card with embedded circuitry typically a microprocessor with internal memory programmed to store information or execute tasks. Data transmission is made via either direct physical contact with a reader, or by holding a card within a few inches of a secure contactless interface.
Unlike other authentication technologies, smart cards can confirm identities in three ways:
Combined, these security layers create the most advanced card security in the marketplace.
Types of smart cards
Smart cards fall into two categories: contact and contactless.
Other types of technology cards While not actually smart cards", these other card technologies can enhance the security and functionality of your ID cards:
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Learn more about smart cards
Find out how smart cards can enhance your operations by contacting (714)922-1140 or e-mail us at [email protected].
You'll also find a wealth of information about smart card technology and applications on the HID Global web site. HID Global is the industry leader in proximity and contactless smart card technologies.
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This page last updated on 2/21/2024 11:15:16 PM