When users wish to authenticate (for login, secure communications, multi-factor authentication or transaction accountability), they touch the fingerprint reader. A template representing their fingerprint is created and compared against a template established during user enrollment, a simple procedure for users. If the templates match, the DigitalPersona Pro client software takes appropriate action, such as writing an audit trail, logging the user in or asking for other authentication information such as a PIN (depending upon policies set by the administrator). Client-side caching of templates ensures that fingerprints can be used even when the computer is not connected to the corporate network.

Simple Deployment on Existing Infrastructure - DigitalPersona Pro is designed to work with existing PCs, servers, networks, and applications without the need for extensive consulting or custom programming. Client software can be easily deployed wherever needed through existing mechanisms for distributing standard MSI files, including Active Directory Group Policy Objects (GPOs), SMS, or other software distribution tools.

Pro's One Touch SignOn feature simplifies and secures access to password-protected, third-party software programs and Web sites. Users touch the fingerprint reader to automatically and securely fill in all logon fields, such as user name and password, on any Web site or Windows logon screen. One Touch SignOn administration and application policy settings are used to create and deploy One Touch SignOn templates, which specify information for logon screens. These user-side templates and policy settings can be set by IT administrators and deployed to large groups of users in one step. One Touch SignOn support includes Java and terminal-based applications. No plug-ins or application server-specific development is necessary.

DigitalPersona Pro can be added to new users' computers without disrupting existing users. Similarly, fingerprint logons for new applications can be added at any time.

Integration with Active Directory - DigitalPersona Pro is certified by Microsoft to extend the Active Directory schema to store biometric data in each user's data records. DigitalPersona Pro uses the native user interface of Active Directory, eliminating the need to learn new tools. Administrators can use the Active Directory Group Policy Editor to create GPOs for tailoring the behavior and functionality of DigitalPersona Pro. This familiar point-and-click interface makes it easy to configure or make changes for groups of users anywhere in the organization's network.

DigitalPersona Pro integrates tightly into Windows security services to ensure that all data and communication is encrypted and signed, and that only the appropriate security principles can read/write/access stored credentials in Active Directory. All events are logged via Windows event log so that Pro events can interoperate with standard intrusion detection and enterprise security audit tools.

For enterprise scalability, DigitalPersona Pro leverages the service publication method of Active Directory and DNS. When each Pro authentication server is installed, a service record is posted in DNS which provides a route for any client to find it in the network. The administrator does not need to configure each client individually. This accomplishes both enterprise-class fault tolerance and linear scalability, since the client can automatically failover to another server if one has too much load or is unavailable.

With Digital Persona you can use your fingerprints against identity theft

DigitalPersona Personal is the easy-to-use suite of identity protection software for individuals, family members and business users. It lets you use your fingerprints to access your online accounts - email, banking, shopping, gaming, and more - providing a critical, additional layer of security against identity theft. Its optional File Protection add-on package extends this easy protection to your private files as well.

With the simple touch of a finger, now you can:

. Protect access to your email, online banking, and other websites
. Secure your personal files, photos, and sensitive data
. Share your computer with friends and family more safely and easily

DigitalPersona Personal 4.0 is the latest release of DigitalPersona''s line of consumer software that has been pre-loaded on millions of PCs worldwide by major computer manufacturers. It supports swipe-style fingerprint sensors built into notebooks as well as add-on fingerprint readers you plug into your PC.

DigitalPersona Personal runs on Windows® Vista (32 and 64 bit) and XP Service Pack 3 (32 bit)

Available Products:

. U.are.U 4000B USB Fingerprint Scanner
. U.are U 4500 USB Fingerprint Scanner
. U.are.U Fingerprint Keyboard
. U.are.U Fingerprint Module