Evaluation:
Published: 08.05.2003.
Language: English
Level: Secondary school
Literature: n/a
References: Not used
  • Essays 'Smart Cards', 1.
  • Essays 'Smart Cards', 2.
Extract

Telecommuting and Corporate Network Security
Business to business Intranets and Virtual Private Networks "VPNs" are enhanced by the use of smart cards. Users can be authenticated and authorized to have access to specific information based on preset privileges. Additional applications range from secure email to electronic commerce
Campus Badging and Access
Businesses and universities of all types need simple identity cards for all employees and students. Most of these people are also granted access to certain data, equipment and departments according to their status. Multifunction, microprocessor-based smart cards incorporate identity with access privileges and also store value for use in various locations, such as cafeterias and stores.

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