What are the benefits of biometrics versus conventional methods such as PIN numbers, passwords, keys, proximity cards, etc.?
Conventional methods such as passwords, keys, or proximity cards can be stolen, lost, or inadvertently passed on to an unauthorized user. Biometric methods cannot be stolen or lost. You will always posses your unique fingerprint and no one can steal that from you. By using biometrics you do not have to memorize many different confusing passwords or PIN codes. Your unique fingerprint can be used to gain entry to many different applications.