Evolution of Access Control Systems: PIN as Earliest Technology Intervention

Thesecurepass01 Apr, 2021Computer & Internet

A Personal Identification Number (PIN) is a numeric or alphanumeric passcode commonly used in the process of authenticating a user accessing a system/entry point. This technology of PIN originated with the introduction of the automated teller machine (ATM) in the year 1967, as an efficient way for banks to dispense cash to their customers.