Authentication system for PC cards
US6592031B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 3, 1999 |
| Grant date | Jul 15, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 3, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG07C9/26
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A PC card authentication system has a PC card having a PC card housing with a plug connector at one end thereof configured to be inserted into a computer slot of a computer and to provide electrical contact with the computer. Electronic components are mounted in the PC card housing and are connected to the plug connector. A sensor is provided for detecting biometric data of a person for the purpose of authenticating the identity of a person.
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