There have been growing discussions about the very real possibility of using the increasingly popular QR code as a malware vector, and at least one real world exploit encountered by anti-malware heavyweight Kaspersky Lab.
So, can you really “infect” a barcode? Can you get a virus from a QR code? Well, yes and no.
Did you know that there are multiple types of computers that you can attach a barcode scanner to? The following post is intended to cover the most common barcode scanner interface options, primarily as they relate to the PC, but is by no means inclusive of all interface options. It’s important to note up front that …
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One of the topics that I find myself explaining to customers from time to time is what a dimensional barcode means, usually in reference to 1D vs. 2D barcodes. One dimensional, two dimensional, even three dimensional barcodes exist and hopefully this post will give you a clear idea of the differences between them. 1D barcodes are …
Questions about types of printer interfaces are pretty common for me, so I thought I’d write an informative blog for all of you looking for clarification. Although I specify receipt printers, this post applies to all printers, including thermal barcode printers. Just keep in mind that receipt printers, are generally limited to a single interface type, …
Almost every state now uses a PDF417 barcode on their driver’s licenses. The barcode contains all of the information that’s readable by your eyes (such as name, date of birth, etc.) in a format that can be read almost instantly by a 2D barcode imager. Any 2D barcode imager can read a PDF417, so what makes a …
Law Enforcement Barcode Scanners: Built To Do The Job Read More »
It seems that pretty much everyone is familiar with electronic signatures these days. For instance, the mobile devices that UPS and FedEx drivers carry have been collecting electronic signatures for years. A device that’s currently seeing rapid growth for signature capture is the Signature Capture Pad, tethered to and driven by a PC. These are popping …