Abstract
Fingerprint matching has proved to be an effective technology for identifying persons, since it is highly accurate while the system can be inexpensive and compact. This paper covers the state-of-the-art of fingerprint-based personal identification, including principles and implementation of an input sensor and identification algorithms, system design and its applications. It also discusses and enhanced user interface "Fingerprint User Interface" that enables users to assign commands, data objects, or personalization settings to individual fingers for userfriendly direct manipulation.
