| ATM |
Automated Teller Machine, a self-service machine that allows banking transactions to be performed. |
| Accelerometer |
A sensor that measures acceleration forces |
| Analog To Digital Converter |
A device that converts the continuous analog signal into a discrete digital representation. |
| Automated Input Devices |
Devices that are capable of automatically receiving and processing input from external sources without human intervention. |
| Barcode Scanner |
A device that uses light beams to read and decode barcodes, converting them into machine-readable information. |
| Biometric Scanner |
A device that measures unique physical or behavioral characteristics (e.g., fingerprints, iris patterns) to authenticate or identify individuals. |
| Chip And PIN |
A technology used for credit and debit card transactions that combines a microchip embedded in the card with a personal identification number (PIN) to provide enhanced security. |
| Contactless Payment |
A method of making secure payments using a contactless-enabled card, mobile device, or wearable without the need to physically swipe or insert the card into a terminal. |
| Contactless Technology |
A technology that allows communication between devices using radio waves without the need for physical contact. |
| Document Scanner |
A device used to convert paper documents into digital format. |
| Dpi |
Dots per inch; a measure of the resolution of a document scanner. |
| Duplex Scanning |
The capability of a document scanner to scan both sides of a document simultaneously. |
| Ergonomic Keyboards |
Keyboards designed to reduce strain and discomfort during typing by positioning keys and wrist rests at a more natural angle. |
| Flatbed Scanner |
A type of document scanner that has a glass plate on which documents are placed for scanning. |
| Gesture Recognition |
The ability of a device or software to interpret and respond to specific movements or gestures made by a user, enabling more intuitive interaction. |
| Gestures |
Movements or actions made by a user to control or interact with a device, often using touch or motion. |
| Gyroscope |
A sensor that measures orientation and rotational changes |
| Haptic Feedback |
Vibration or tactile sensations produced by a device to provide users with physical feedback or simulate the sensation of touching physical objects. |
| Humidity Sensor |
A sensor that measures the moisture content or relative humidity in the air |
| Image Sensor |
The component of a document scanner that captures the image of a document. |
| Infrared Sensor |
A device that senses and detects infrared radiation. |
| Keyboards |
A device used to input text, commands, and other functions into a computer or electronic device. |
| Light Sensor |
A sensor that measures the intensity or brightness of light |
| Magnetic Sensor |
A device that measures or detects changes in magnetic fields. |
| Magnetic Stripe Reader |
A device that reads data from a magnetic stripe on a card or document. |
| Magnetometer |
A device used to measure the strength or direction of a magnetic field. |
| Mechanical Keyboards |
Keyboards that use mechanical switches for each individual key, providing a tactile and audible feedback when pressed. |
| Membrane Keyboards |
Keyboards that use a thin, flexible membrane layer with pressure pads to register keystrokes. |
| Microphone Array |
A group of microphones that work together to capture and process sound from multiple directions, often used for voice recognition or audio conferencing. |
| Motion Sensor |
A sensor that detects the movement of objects or individuals |
| Mouse |
A hand-held pointing device used to control the cursor on a computer screen by moving it across a flat surface and pressing buttons. |
| Multi-Touch |
The ability of a touchscreen or touchpad to recognize and respond to multiple simultaneous touch inputs, allowing for gestures like pinch-to-zoom or rotate. |
| NFC Reader |
A device that reads Near Field Communication (NFC) tags or cards. |
| Natural Language Processing |
A field of study focused on the interaction between computers and human language. |
| OCR |
Optical Character Recognition; the technology used to recognize text in scanned documents. |
| Offline PIN Verification |
A method of verifying the PIN on a chip and PIN card without requiring an online connection to the card issuer's server. It enhances security by reducing dependence on network availability. |
| Optical Character Recognition (OCR) |
The technology that converts printed or handwritten text into machine-encoded text, enabling computers to recognize and process the text. |
| PDF |
Portable Document Format; a file format commonly used for storing scanned documents. |
| POS Terminal |
Point of Sale terminal, a device used to process payments at retail locations. |
| Pin Pad |
A device used for entering a personal identification number (PIN) to gain access to a secure system or perform a transaction. |
| Pressure Sensor |
A sensor that measures pressure or force in a medium |
| Programmable Keyboards |
Keyboards that allow users to customize the functionality and assign macros or shortcuts to specific keys. |
| Proximity Sensor |
A sensor that detects the presence or absence of nearby objects |
| RFID Reader |
A device that uses radio frequency identification (RFID) technology to read and capture data from RFID tags. |
| RFID Tag |
A small device that contains an antenna and a microchip, used for storing and transmitting data wirelessly via RFID technology. |
| Scan |
The process of capturing an image of a document using a document scanner. |
| Sensor |
A device that detects and responds to a physical stimulus |
| Speech Recognition |
The ability of a machine or computer program to identify and understand spoken language. |
| Stylus |
A small pen-shaped input device used to interact with touchscreens or graphics tablets by applying pressure or making precise selections. |
| Temperature Sensor |
A sensor that measures the temperature of its environment |
| Text-To-Speech |
The conversion of written text into spoken words using synthetic voices. |
| Touch-Sensitive |
Capable of detecting or responding to touch or pressure, often used to describe surfaces or devices that can be controlled by touch input. |
| Touchpad |
A small, flat surface on a laptop or input device that acts as a pointing device, allowing users to move the cursor by sliding a finger along it. |
| Touchscreen |
A touch-sensitive display that allows users to interact with a device by directly touching the screen. |
| Trackpad |
A flat surface on a laptop or input device that is used to control the cursor or perform other functions by moving a finger across it. |
| Transducer |
A device that converts energy from one form to another, such as from electrical to mechanical or vice versa. |
| Ultrasonic Sensor |
An electronic device that measures the distance of an object using ultrasonic waves. |
| Ultrasound |
Sound waves with frequencies higher than the upper audible limit of human hearing. |
| Voice Recognition |
The technology that converts spoken words into text or commands, allowing users to interact with devices using their voice as input. |
| Voice Recognition System |
A system that uses technology to convert spoken words into written text or commands. |
