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The 5thSense(tm)
The 5thSense(tm)
is a fingerprint reader for the PC based on Veridicom's direct contact silicon fingerprint sensor. Fingerprint-based authentication is a simple and convenient way to secure access to individual computers as well as networks and the Internet. Available in both parallel- and USB-interface versions, the 5thSense includes ready-to-use software drivers that interface to a variety of security applications.

To help software developers create fingerprint-enabled applications,Veridicom offers a separately available Software Development Kit (SDK). It allows customization of operation of the 5thSense module to the needs of a particular application or system integrator.

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The 5thSense(tm) Combo Peripheral
The 5thSense Combo adds another layer of security to smart card authentication. It offers simple, user-friendly strong authentication in the form of a fingerprint reader, smart card reader, or both. The Combo can be used to eliminate smart card PINs or passwords, while increasing convenience and adding biometric security. The 5thSense Combo fingerprint peripheral is available with either a high speed USB or a Parallel port interface (PRL).

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