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RFID: Radio Frequency Identification SystemsTweetSpeaker: Sachee Tripathi Start: Wednesday, February 09, 2005, 11:00AM End: Wednesday, February 09, 2005, 12:00PM Location: 325b ITE Abstract: Radio Frequency IDentification(RFID) systems allow automatic capturing of
data using contactless, non-line-of-sight radio frequency identification.
RFID systems are becoming increasingly popular with some of the key
industry players investing in the technology. The mandates issued by
giants like Walmart and DoD have created a stir in the RFID industry which
is still in its nascent stage. RFID tags are expected to replace tha bar
codes in the near future.
There are a lot of unanswered questions regarding the privacy aspects of
RFID systems. The next obvious question is therefore localization and
tracking using RFID.
So, how serious is the threat of RFID to privacy?!!! Assertions:
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