Access Control


Zebra Announces UHF RFID Gen 2 Card Printer/Encoder

January 10, 2008

Zebra Technologies recently announced the launch of its Zebra R3i and R4i UHF RFID card printer/encoders, a new RFID product series.


By the Book

By Beverly Vigue · January 2008

College campuses stay on top of security by stufying wireless access control solutions

Whether in retrofit or new construction on college campuses, the business case for deploying wireless access control systems in networked openings is compelling. Wireless solutions seamlessly integrate into existing access control panels, eliminating wire between locks and access control panel interfaces and providing a complete solution at each opening. Implementing a wireless solution takes significantly less time than its traditional hardwired counterpart.


The Business of Knowing

By Kurt Bell · January 2008

New visitor management techniques unify disparate security systems

The Business of Knowing

You’ve all seen that guy in the hallway: that unfamiliar face. “He must be the new guy.” “He must be here for a meeting.” “Isn’t he Jane’s husband?” “He probably works for facility management.” In too many cases, employee simply do not know who or why that person is wandering around the premises


Passwords a Thing of the Past

January 4, 2008

One of your best credentials might be located on your right hand, or perhaps the left.


A Growing Threat

By John Flaa · January 2008

Critical infrastructures look to ID cards for enhanced protection

A Growing Threat

In the United States, people encounter a perpetual tradeoff between freedom and security. The nation depends on a complex system of critical infrastructures to maintain a high quality of life and the freedoms enjoyed every day. New threats to security have these organizations taking a second look at their vulnerabilities, however, scrambling to minimize disruption and to maintain the integrity of their operations. In the past, national security was perceived as the role of government. Today, Department of Homeland Security efforts to protect critical infrastructures from physical attack are a shared responsibility of the public and private sectors, as well as individual citizens.


ImageWare Systems Acquires Sol Logic

January 2, 2008

ImageWare Systems Inc., a developer of identity management solutions, has acquired the assets of Sol Logic Inc., a producer of real-time voice recognition and language translation technology, for $3.2 million.


ITRC Reports On ID Theft in '07, Predictions for '08

December 28, 2007

At the end of each year, the Identity Theft Resource Center(R) reviews identity theft trends and patterns throughout the year.


10 Tips To Avoid Spam And Online Scams

December 21, 2007


bioMETRX Integrates AuthenTec Fingerprint Sensor in smartTOUCH Product Line

December 20, 2007

bioMETRX's first product, the Master Lock smartTOUCH garage door opener (GDO), has broken the "under $100.00" retail barrier.


Titanium Group Announces Launch of New Identification Solution

December 20, 2007

This new product's purpose is to provide the retail industry a total solution for efficient and secure tracking of high-valued inventories, from the warehouse to the storefront.


New Products

Access Control

Access Control


Telephone entry
s67cov03 Model EL2000, with simplified installation and easier programming, is the latest addition to the Chamberlain® Elite® telephone entry and access control line. Engineered for gated communities, EL2000 is adaptable for use in apartment buildings, condos and commercial applications. EL2000 can accept up to 2,000 flexible codes that can be programmed as directory or access codes and features digital audio technology, sharp backlit screen and corrosion-resistant aluminum housing in three colors—black, nickel and gray.

Access Control

Access Control Panel

Honeywell’s NetAXS access control panel is a four-door programmable panel offering a hybrid Web- or PC-based system, giving users an easy-to-install solution for a new access control system or updates to an existing one. Using a built-in Web server, the system can be accessed anywhere Internet is available. The Web browser allows a user to manage the system, run reports, monitor events and alarms, and add and remove users.

Biometric

Biometric Verification System

Shimon Systems’ Bio-NetGuard™ Wi-Fi security solution uses fingerprint verification technology to authenticate the user. The solution prevents client association with Wi-Fi access points that are not WPA/WPA 2.0 configured or authorized by the administrator. The plug-and-play unit can connect to either a Wi-Fi access point or LAN router. Each unit is capable of securing multiple Wi-Fi access points connected to the same router, allowing authenticated users to freely and seamlessly roam between access points without having to re-authenticate.

Exclusively Online

Rise of the Digital Certificates

Securely exchanging and storing documents and emails has become a necessity across multiple industries. An increasing number of businesses need to exchange data internally as well as with business partners and customers. The question is: How do you do exchange information easily, efficiently, and securely?

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