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CYSE 479 - Methods of User Authentication

Credits: 3
Limited to 2 Attempts
Offered by Volgenau School of Engineering

Discusses limitations of passwords and PINs and introduces alternatives. Covers user authentication based on security tokens and smart cards. Introduces basics of biometric systems, based on information such as fingerprints, facial features, iris, and voice. Discusses the use and security of electronic ID cards and passports. Covers methods of distinguishing human from internet bots over the network, such as CAPTCHA’s.

Prerequisite(s): C or higher in CYSE 211, 301, and 330.
Prerequisite(s) enforced by registration system.

Schedule Type: LEC
Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week: 3
Hours of Lab or Studio per week: 0
When Offered: Fall

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CYSE 479 - Methods of User Authentication