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ID Card MakerThere are a number of factors involved in choosing the right ID card maker. Each system is equipped with a different set of security features, and choosing the right printer depends on not only your current needs, but also your expectations for the future. Will the cards be used for a meal payment plan? Do you run a business that’s expanding? Do you plan on increasing the number of employees? What type of security systems do your buildings employ in terms of access control, and will those systems change? Do you operate on a network that restricts access? Those are just a few questions to consider when deciding on an ID card maker. Think about how you intend to use your ID cards, and determine which of the following security features should be included in your desired system:Bar Codes – Bar codes can add convenience, speed, and automation to a number of different applications and prove useful in areas such as personal identification and access control. The information contained in bar codes is read by a scanner. Magnetic Stripes – Information encoded into magnetic stripes can be utilized for such ID card applications as building access, vending machine purchases, membership – for instance at health clubs, school cafeteria payment programs, and more. Additionally, the information on magnetic stripes can be updated. Holographic Overlaminate – By applying overlaminates with holographic images, each ID card is unique, and the risk of counterfeiting and forgery is greatly reduced. The overlaminate also serves to protect the cards from wear and tear so they last longer. Proximity Cards – A proximity card is imbedded with an antenna that transmits radio signals which are picked up when the card is placed near a proximity card reader. This technology is widely used for keyless access control, and is a popular option for office buildings with restricted entry. Proximity cards are also becoming viable options for transit applications such as toll roads, ferries, and trains. Smart Cards – Smart cards are capable of carrying a significant amount of data. Using an imbedded circuit chip to store a significant amount of information, smart cards can be used for such applications as network access, payment programs, membership status, government IDs, transit, and much more. The information on smart cards can also be updated and re-encoded. Already the most sophisticated and tamper-resistant ID card option available today, smart card technology continues to expand. Biometric data such as fingerprints and iris scans can also be stored onto smart cards. There are numerous choices available in ID card security, and card use is becoming more and more popular for a wide variety of applications. It’s important to weigh your options and choose an ID card maker that will provide all of the features that best apply to your specific security needs and intended ID card use.
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