Biometric Information

Paper Summary:

In this article, the writer presents evidence that information collected by biometric companies does not threaten the public's privacy. The writer argues that the information gathered is not a threat to public privacy concerns and in fact can be useful for several reasons. The writer maintains that the ability to identify people using biometric information has recently come under fire by opponents who believe that gathering information is an invasion of people's property. The writer insists that while there are some seemingly valid arguments for erring on the side of privacy the actual technology and use of the information is not a constitutional breach of privacy nor should it be considered a violation of privacy.

Outline:
Introduction
What It Is
What Types of Information Qualifies for Biometric Identification
History
Opposition
Conclusion

From the Paper:

"Today's technology allows for the gathering of information including fingerprints, DNA, voice recognition and other elements of each person that are not easily replicated by any other. In some cases, such as the case of DNA strands, the match between two people is sometimes estimated to be one in 100 million or more. While some people believe that the gathering of biometric information is an invasion of privacy they are already submitting to it perhaps without realizing that is what is happening. Many banks currently use fingerprints and scanners to provide identification as to whether or not to allow a person to withdraw money from the bank."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Froomkin, Michael (2000) The death of privacy? Stanford Law Review
• Rosen, Jerome (1990) Biometric systems open the door. (fraud prevention and security-control devices) Mechanical Engineering
• ____(2003) Vic: Biometric identification raises privacy concerns AAP General News
• Syed, Ahmad (2004) Biometric ID versus user privacy New Straits Times;
• Bergstein, Brian (2005) Researchers say distorting biometric images enhances security, privacy. AP Worldstream

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