Biometrics - the identification of individuals using biological traits, such as those based on retinal or iris scanning, fingerprints, or face recognition. This is an emerging technology that is increasingly being used for information and computer security. We also think it just happens to be pretty darn cool. The BioScan PCMCIA Card is an optical sensor device which connects to a laptop via PCMCIA. It conveniently enables secure computer logon, file/folder access and screensaver via biometric authentication. It can support multiple users and fast scan fingerprint imaging sensor. The biometric authentication can help to eliminate the need for multiple passwords that must be written down or memorized, thus improving the overall level of security. The BioScan PCMCIA Card has these features: Allows authentication through fingerprint identification Can protect files, folders, applications Simplifies network and Internet access Compatible with Windows screen-saver Store unlimited number of passwords and related info in secure database Compatible with Windows 98/ME/2000/XP Verification time < 1.5 seconds