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Embedding RFID in Electronics Makes SenseIn addition to enhancing the functionality of computers, mobile phones, tablets and other devices, the technology might help to reduce the counterfeiting of software.
Sep 24, 2012—At our last RFID Journal LIVE! conference and exhibition, held in April 2012 in Orlando, Fla., Intel Corp. unveiled a platform by which a radio frequency identification chip embedded in an electronic device's motherboard is wired directly to the microprocessor (see A New Tool for Electronics Companies). This would enable electronics manufacturers to lock devices in the supply chain, in order to reduce the incidence of theft, enable IT departments to set up new computers without opening boxes, and allow retailers to customize products without opening them.
Reading a story the other day in The New York Times made me think that RFID might also help to prevent counterfeiting. The article, titled "Microsoft Battles the Botnets," described how Microsoft found brand-new computers with counterfeit copies of its Windows operating system installed. When booted up, these computers were infected with viruses.
It might not be possible to stop counterfeiting, but by writing software keys to RFID chips, it should be feasible to prevent hardware from booting up with bogus operating systems or preinstalled software. And it could enable legitimate hardware manufacturers and software publishers to market their products based on the fact that their devices are authentic and safe. Shahrokh Shahidzadeh, Intel's senior principal technologist who spearheaded the development of the embedded RFID platform, will discuss how the technology can be used to enhance electronics devices at RFID in High Tech, an event that RFID Journal will host on Oct. 11-12, in Silicon Valley. Chris Diorio, the chief technology officer of Impinj—which has developed an RFID tag that can be embedded in electronics—will outline the many ways in which device makers can leverage radio frequency identification. Login and post your comment!Not a member? Signup for an account now to access all of the features of RFIDJournal.com! |
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