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| Biometric Device | Authentication technique that relies on measurable physical characteristics that can be automatically checked. |
| Barcode Scanner | Input device that reads bar codes which can track both assets and inventory, check items in, manage item locations, maintain physical inventory, and control fixed assets. |
| Communications Connectivity | A computer buzzword that refers to a program or device’s ability to link with other programs and devices. |
| Digital Camcorder | A camcorder that produces video recordings with highly accurate color and crisp, clear resolution – far better than the resolution offered by television broadcast. |
| Digital Camera | A camera that images rather than records on film. Once a picture has been taken, it can be downloaded to a computer and then manipulated and printed. |
| Digital Pen | A pen that records all movements in a graphic file much the same way a digital tablet works. |
| Fire Wire Device | A very fast external bus standard that supports data transfer rates of up to 400 Mbps. |
| Global Positional System | By using three satellites, this device can calculate the longitude and latitude of the receiver based on the intersection of the three spheres |
| Handheld Computer | A portable computer that is small enough to be held in one's hand. |
| Handwriting Recognition | The technique by which a computer system can recognize characters and other symbols written by hand. In theory, handwriting recognition should free us from our keyboards, allowing us to write and draw in a more natural way. |
| Interactive Whiteboard | — A whiteboard uses software to connect to a computer and provides handwriting recognition. |
| LCD | A type of display used in many portable computers and flat screen monitors. |
| Media Storage Device | Objects on which data can be stored. |
