• Memory chips—Like a small floppy disk with optional security, they are less expensive than microcontrollers, but offer decreased data management security. They depend on the security of the card reader for processing, and are ideal for situations requiring low or medium security.
Vanderhoof pointed out that other than low-end transportation fare cards used in many countries, the United States has the biggest install base of RF-enabled access badges (HID Prox technology is the biggest), the most electronic passports issued (more than 20 million), the most government-issued federal ID badges (more than 400,000) and the most contactless payment cards (more than 35 million). “All of these have RF technology. There are more contact smart cards issued in Europe. They’re used in most credit cards and healthcare cards there. But, Europe has also had a 20-year head start on the United States,” he continued.
- People:
- Randy Vanderhoof
- Places:
- Princeton Junction