Targus DEFCON Authenticator USB Biometric Fingerprint Scanner: The future is here

As a kid who was into sci-fi movies and the like, I thought one of the most coolest forms of opening a door was when a character put a finger on the fingerprint scanner, and you can see the scanner lights go up and down behind the finger and after a couple of passes, you hear a beep and the door slides open. At the time, I thought that was the stuff of fantasy, that these sort of devices won't be around until sometime during the 22nd or 23rd century.

Well, whaddya know. Fingerprint scanning technology is right here. Right now.

The Targus DEFCON Authenticator USB Biometric Fingerprint Scanner may not open doors (although you could probably set up a complicated rig to do just that, but I couldn't be bothered), but it certainly keeps your computer and your files secure, eliminating those pesky passwords and having to remember them. Since everyone's fingerprints are unique, it's extremely secure and extremely difficult to bypass - simply disconnecting the DEFCON Authenticator won't get around the security mechanisms. It also includes OmniPass software which will enter usernames and passwords in web pages automatically when the finger is scanned. Not only does it save on keystrokes, but how futuristically cool is that?

What next, retina scans?

Features of the Targus DEFCON Authenticator USB Biometric Fingerprint Scanner
• Includes Omnipass software (XP Compatible)
• The first fingerprint biometrics stand-alone unit of its kind- Incorporates a 2 port USB hub
• Light, small and great for travel
• Silicon fingerprint sensor featuring AuthenTec's TruePrint technology
• Integrated 2-port USB hub

Order your Targus DEFCON Authenticator USB Biometric Fingerprint Scanner from Mr.Gadget today!