This assessment will test your understanding of web-based security issues, biometric authentication mechanisms, and legal and ethical issues related to network security.

a. In case of biometric authentications, what are the main concerns of the system administrators? (5 marks)

b. Draw the diagram of a generic biometric system, and briefly explain the function of each component. (5 marks)

c. What are the common biometrics? (3 marks)

d. What are the five ideal biometric characteristics? Briefly explain each one. (5 marks)

e. How are the five biometric characteristics quantitatively measured? (5 marks)

f. Define three types of property. (2 marks)