[fprint] libfprint for home access control

[Jens Teglhus Møller]

Hi

I'm playing around with and idea about using libfprint for a home access 
solution.

Basically buy a number if readers, hook them up to a small server and 
let them activate an electronic lock.

Has anybody done this before and are there any recommendations?

I was thinking about using U.are.U 4000 OEM Readers since they look like 
they could relatively easy be placed in a custom casing.

I work as a programmer, but I only do Java business programming so I'm 
very far from being a decent c programmer, but I guess i could brush up 
on it if required, how complicated would it be to program the needed glue?

I never used a fingerprint reader before, what do people prefer, swipe 
or press readers?

Also would love to use the 4500 model but read the threads about it not 
working. What would the chances be of having it supported if I supplied 
one to the developers?

TIA.

Best Regards Jens