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This practically-focused text presents a hands-on guide to making biometric technology work in real-life scenarios. Extensively revised and updated, this new edition takes a fresh look at what it takes to integrate biometrics into wider applications. An emphasis is placed on the importance of a complete understanding of the broader scenario, covering technical, human and implementation factors. This understanding may then be exercised through interactive chapters dealing with educational software utilities and the BANTAM Program Manager. Topics and features: Provides a concise introduction to biometrics, what they are and how they are typically used Examines both the technical issues involved with the deployment of biometric technology, and the human factors that affect biometric application performance Highlights the importance of a broad understanding of biometric technology implementation from both a technical and an operational perspective Reviews a selection of freely available utilities that demonstrate key technical factors associated with biometric identity validation Describes how to manage projects using the BANTAM Program Manager software, which is available to download from an associated website Considers the logical next steps on the path from aspiration to implementation, and looks towards the future use of biometrics in context A must-read reference for anyone involved in implementing biometric identity validation, this accessible guidebook supplies invaluable educational tools to aid developers of related applications. Those with a general interest in this subject will also benefit from the book’s unique, holistic approach to understanding biometric technology and its societal consequences.

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Although there have been significant developments in the field of biometrics in recent years, much of the research in this area has focused upon the front-end technology. This unique Guide to Biometrics for Large-Scale Systems considers biometric technology in a broader light, integrating the concept more seamlessly into mainstream Information Technology, while also striving to understand the cultural attitudes and the societal impact of identity management. This approach represents a step-change in current thinking – that may come to be viewed as a milestone in the development of biometric technology – in which many established tenets are placed under considerable scrutiny. Topics and features: Summarizes the material covered at the beginning of every chapter, and provides chapter-ending review questions and discussion points Reviews identity verification in nature, and early historical interest in anatomical measurement, which form the foundations of the modern field of biometrics Provides an overview of biometric technology, presents a focus on biometric systems and true systems integration, examines the concept of identity management, and predicts future trends Investigates performance issues in biometric systems, the management and security of biometric data, and the impact of mobile devices on biometrics technology Explains the equivalence of performance across operational nodes and why this is so important, introducing the APEX system as an example of how this issue can be addressed Considers the legal, political and societal factors of biometric technology, in addition to user psychology and other human factors This highly practical reference/guidebook is an invaluable resource for program managers, application developers and consultants working in this area. Students interested in biometric technology will also find this a must-read. Julian Ashbourn is an experienced and successful author on topics ranging from computer science and identity management through to geoscience and the natural sciences in general. His publications include the Springer titles Practical Biometrics: From Aspiration to Implementation, BANTAM User Guide: Biometric and Token Technology Application Modeling Language and Geological Landscapes of Britain.

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This book provides a true A to Z of recorded sound, from its inception to the present day, outlining how technologies, techniques, and social attitudes have changed things, noting what is good and what is less good. The author starts by discussing the physics of sound generation and propagation. He then moves on to outline the history of recorded sound and early techniques and technologies, such as the rise of multi-channel tape recorders and their impact on recorded sound. He goes on to debate live sound versus recorded sound and why there is a difference, particularly with classical music. Other topics covered are the sound of real instruments and how that sound is produced and how to record it; microphone techniques and true stereo sound; digital workstations, sampling, and digital media; and music reproduction in the home and how it has changed. The author wraps up the book by discussing where we should be headed for both popular and classical music recording and reproduction, the role of the Audio Engineer in the 21st century, and a brief look at technology today and where it is headed. This book is ideal for anyone interested in recorded sound. “[Julian Ashbourn] strives for perfection and reaches it through his recordings… His deep knowledge of both technology and music is extensive and it is with great pleasure that I see he is passing this on for the benefit of others. I have no doubt that this book will be highly valued by many in the music industry, as it will be by me.” -- Claudio Di Meo, Composer, Pianist and Principal Conductor of The Kensington Philharmonic Orchestra, The Hemel Symphony Orchestra and The Lumina Choir.

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Biometrics in the New World takes a fresh look at biometrics and identity management within a fast-changing world. The concept of biometric identity verification is revisited, including identity intelligence, federation and the use of third party infrastructure. Furthermore, the book examines some of the fundamentals of the technology which are often overlooked. However, the dialogue extends beyond technical considerations, and explores some of the broader societal and philosophical aspects surrounding the use of biometric applications, bringing this whole area into a new focus at a time. Topics and features: Presents a brief history of the development of biometrics, and describes some of the popularly held misconceptions surrounding the technology Investigates the challenges and possibilities of biometrics across third party infrastructures and on mobile computing devices Provides guidance on biometric systems design, stressing the importance of an end-to-end approach, together with the alignment with policy and operational procedures Explores the mechanisms necessary to enable identity intelligence, including logging mechanisms, data communications and data formats Discusses such usage issues as collaboration frameworks, and messaging and data translation Examines the impact of biometric technologies on society, for better and worse, covering issues of privacy and user factors Reviews the current situation in identity management and biometric technologies, and predicts where these trends may take us in the future This accessible and thought-provoking work is an essential guide for biometric systems integrators, professional consultancies, government agencies and other consumers of biometric technology. Academics interested in biometrics will also find the book to be a source of valuable insights, as will the casual reader.

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