Biometric Security System based on Fingerprint Recognition

Biometrics refers to methods for uniquely recognizing humans based upon one or more intrinsic physical or behavioral traits. In information technology, in particular, biometrics is used as a form of identity access management and access control. It is also used to identify individuals in groups that are under surveillance.Biometric characteristics can be divided in two main classes: Physiological are related to the shape of the body. Examples include, but are not limited to fingerprint, face recognition, DNA, hand and palm geometry, iris recognition, which has largely replaced retina, and odor/scent. Behavioral are related to the behavior of a person. Examples include, but are not limited to typing rhythm, gait, and voice. Some researchers have coined the term behaviometrics for this class of biometrics. This paper presents a new idea for biometric security system based on fingerprint recognition. The paper refers to the automated method of verifying a match between two human fingerprints. Fingerprints are one of many forms of biometrics used to identify an individual and verify their identity. The old way of providing personal information is taken over by biometric which extract information from a person’s body itself. [1] This paper deals with all information regarding the said biometric security system, and also discusses its characteristics, features, and applications. The biometric systems are really helpful in many places which require high security and protection.