#Physical Access Control

[nukuome]

The individual panels vvvvvvvvv

[clownboybeebop]

the amount of praise veilguard gets for accessibility is actually going to drive me up a wall

[five-thousand-loaves-of-bread]

anyone w IOS iphone/ipad n have switch control set up n have bluetooth switch? try see something can be used as bluetooth switch but stuck at bluetooth connect at switch control page. it give me lil circle of doom forever

n specifically is bluetooth page of switch control page not main bluetooth page. can connect to main bluetooth n device work

(switch = accessibility switch not nintendo)

[lifeonkylesfarm]

If you're the guy who pissed on the disabled stall toilet seat today: I hope you go to hell <3

[angelnumber27]

I want to draw my dreams but I don’t know if they are clear enough in my head for me to get a comprehensible image out of. Idk if that makes sense but I want to take what I dream about visualize it and create things based on it

[sweetsynth]

Saw a post the other day about disability and accessibility that had a follow-up saying that the post was only about physical disabilities and to stop "appropriating" it for mental and neurological disabilities. I would just like to clarify that there is a huge overlap in creating accessible spaces for physical disabilities and others and it's kind of a dick move to purposely disclude those inherently a part of that conversation from it.

[lacefuneral]

i do think it's funny that. i did not get a nintendo switch until the pandemic (specifically for animal crossing) and that most of the time i had my switch i only had one or two games. and only now that the console is nearing its end am i actually like. actively using it and getting games for it and such

the only thing that could convince me to move consoles is another animal crossing game, honestly.

[beeseverywhen]

This is the time for action. Ppl in Scotland Wales and England: reply to the consultation. Email your mp. And if you're physically able to protest in person check out dpac for dates and times.

Too many people have already died from austerity. We can't go back to that. If you are disabled: this is your future. Pushing this rhetoric is going to worsen hate crime based on lies. If you aren't currently disabled: now is the time to stand with us. Show them we're worth more than slacktivism. We Matter.

So if you're in the UK you have probably heard about the proposed changes to disability benefits. If not, here is a BBC News article (link) about it, and the Big Issue (link) have been running basically non-stop articles about it since the announcement.

Crucially, the government is holding a consultation. Will as many of us as possible weighing in change the outcome? Possibly, though it's far from guaranteed. Will not filling it in help the situation in the slightest? No. So let's all have a go.

You can find the full Green Paper here: (link) and the options to respond are at the bottom of it, including the link to respond online, which is also here: (link)

It's also always worth contacting your MP to let them know what you think, if only to get a response on fancy Commons stationery. You can find your MP here: (link)

So, have at it, UK folks! (These proposals don't apply to Northern Ireland as benefits are transferred, but they are still taking NI comments and sharing them with the Department for Communities, so you may be able to influence whether this approach is taken up in NI in future, too)

And if nothing else, please reblog!

[subjectsix]

I don't know I'm not done talking about it. It's insane that I can't just uninstall Edge or Copilot. That websites require my phone number to sign up. That people share their contacts to find their friends on social media.

I wouldn't use an adblocker if ads were just banners on the side funding a website I enjoy using and want to support. Ads pop up invasively and fill my whole screen, I misclick and get warped away to another page just for trying to read an article or get a recipe.

Every app shouldn't be like every other app. Instagram didn't need reels and a shop. TikTok doesn't need a store. Instagram doesn't need to be connected to Facebook. I don't want my apps to do everything, I want a hub for a specific thing, and I'll go to that place accordingly.

I love discord, but so much information gets lost to it. I don't want to join to view things. I want to lurk on forums. I want to be a user who can log in and join a conversation by replying to a thread, even if that conversation was two days ago. I know discord has threads, it's not the same. I don't want to have to verify my account with a phone number. I understand safety and digital concerns, but I'm concerned about information like that with leaks everywhere, even with password managers.

I shouldn't have to pay subscriptions to use services and get locked out of old versions. My old disk copy of photoshop should work. I should want to upgrade eventually because I like photoshop and supporting the business. Adobe is a whole other can of worms here.

Streaming is so splintered across everything. Shows release so fast. Things don't get physical releases. I can't stream a movie I own digitally to friends because the share-screen blocks it, even though I own two digital copies, even though I own a physical copy.

I have an iPod, and I had to install a third party OS to easily put my music on it without having to tangle with iTunes. Spotify bricked hardware I purchased because they were unwillingly to upkeep it. They don't pay their artists. iTunes isn't even iTunes anymore and Apple struggles to upkeep it.

My TV shows me ads on the home screen. My dad lost access to eBook he purchased because they were digital and got revoked by the company distributing them. Hitman 1-3 only runs online most of the time. Flash died and is staying alive because people love it and made efforts to keep it up.

I have to click "not now" and can't click "no". I don't just get emails, they want to text me to purchase things online too. My windows start search bar searches online, not just my computer. Everything is blindly called an app now. Everything wants me to upload to the cloud. These are good tools! But why am I forced to use them! Why am I not allowed to own or control them?

No more!!!!! I love my iPod with so much storage and FLAC files. I love having all my fics on my harddrive. I love having USBs and backups. I love running scripts to gut suck stuff out of my Windows computer I don't want that spies on me. I love having forums. I love sending letters. I love neocities and webpages and webrings. I will not be scanning QR codes. Please hand me a physical menu. If I didn't need a smartphone for work I'd get a "dumb" phone so fast. I want things to have buttons. I want to use a mouse. I want replaceable batteries. I want the right to repair. I grew up online and I won't forget how it was!

[europalocks-blog]

Convenience

Keyless Entry: smart lock eliminates the need for physical keys. You can unlock door with a smartphone app, a key fob, or even through biometric methods like fingerprints.

Remote Access: many smart locks allow you to unlock your door remotely, which is useful if you need to grant access to someone while you’re away.

Enhanced Security

Access Logs: Smart locks can provide detailed logs of who entered and when, adding an extra layer of monitoring and control.

Temporary access codes: you can create temporary or one-time access codes for guest’s service providers or other, ensuring that only authorized individuals can enter.

Integration with smart home systems

Automation: smart locks can integrate with home automation systems, allowing for seamless control along with other smart devices

Voice control: many smart locks are compatible with voice assistant like amazon alexa, google assistant enabling hands-free operation.

Improved Accessibility

For Those with Mobility issues: smart locks can be easier to operate for people with disabilities or mobility issues, as they often offer touchless or simplified access method.

No more Lockouts: with keyless entry the chances of locking out are significantly reduced, which is especially helpful in busy or stressful situations.

Durability and reliability:

Weather Resistant: many smart locks are designed or withstands various weather condition, making them suitable for external doors,

Battery Backup: most smart locks are battery operated with a backup power source, ensuring they remain functional even during power outages.

Ease of Management

Centralized control: if you have multiple smart devices, managing them through a single app can streamlined operations and make home management more efficient.

Auto Lock Feature: Some smart locks come with auto-lock functions that ensure the door locks automatically after a set period, enhancing security.

Customizable Access Options

Personalization: Users can set different levels of access for family members, friends or service providers and easily modify or revoke permission as needed.

Is it worth the investment?

Initial Cost: smart locks typically have a higher upfront cost compared to traditional locks; however, this cost may be offset by the convenience and security features they provide.

Ongoing costs: some smart locks may require subscription fees for advanced features or cloud services, so it’s important to factor in these potential ongoing expenses.

Technology Dependence: Relying on technology means you’ll need to stay updated on software updates and ensure your devices are compatible with your smart lock.

Overall if you value convenience enhanced security and integration with smart home systems a smart lock can be a worthwhile investment. It’s important to assess your specific needs and budget to determine if the benefits align with your lifestyle and preferences.

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[theimaginatrix27]

So I'm totally blind, and I love my physical buttons. I do not like how they're putting touchscreens on things that used to have perfectly usable buttons.

Is it cheaper to make touch controls than buttons? Because that's the only reason I can think of aside from probably planned obsolescence for them to phase buttons and dials and other reliable physical controls out.

Thanks capitalism I hate it.

Replacing physical buttons and controls with touchscreens also means removing accessibility features. Physical buttons can be textured or have Braille and can be located by touch and don't need to be pressed with a bare finger. Touchscreens usually require precise taps and hand-eye coordination for the same task.

Many point-of-sale machines now are essentially just a smartphone with a card reader attached and the interface. The control layout can change at a moment's notice and there are no physical boundaries between buttons. With a keypad-style machine, the buttons are always in the same place and can be located by touch, especially since the middle button has a raised ridge on it.

Buttons can also be located by touch without activating them, which enables a "locate then press" style of interaction which is not possible on touchscreens, where even light touches will register as presses and the buttons must be located visually rather than by touch.

When elevator or door controls are replaced by touch screens, will existing accessibility features be preserved, or will some people no longer be able to use those controls?

Who is allowed to control the physical world, and who is making that decision?

[probablyasocialecologist]

A comprehensive new report commissioned by the Utah Department of Health and Human Services provides one of the most detailed and exhaustive assessments to date on the medical safety, effectiveness, and long-term outcomes of gender-affirming care for transgender and nonbinary youth. And despite recent political rhetoric suggesting otherwise, the findings are clear: gender-affirming medical treatment, when guided by evidence-based protocols, helps transgender adolescents thrive. The report “Gender-Affirming Medical Treatments for Pediatric Patients with Gender Dysphoria” was produced by the University of Utah’s College of Pharmacy Drug Regimen Review Center and submitted to the state in August 2024. It arrives in the wake of Utah’s controversial Senate Bill 16, which placed a moratorium on gender-affirming medical care for minors and tasked health officials with conducting a review to determine whether the ban should remain in place. Rather than validating the restrictions, the 900-page report systematically debunks the narrative that these treatments are experimental or dangerous. Instead, it affirms what many healthcare professionals, families, and transgender individuals already know from lived experience: that access to gender-affirming hormone therapy and puberty blockers reduces psychological distress, improves quality of life, and is supported by decades of research. The Utah report is among the most thorough reviews conducted by a state agency. It draws on more than 270 clinical studies from the U.S., Canada, the Netherlands, Australia, and Europe, spanning observational studies, randomized controlled trials, and long-term descriptive research. These studies examined the mental and physical health outcomes of transgender youth who underwent gender-affirming medical care, including puberty blockers (GnRH analogs), cross-sex hormones (testosterone or estrogen), and related medications. Key findings include: Significant mental health improvement in adolescents undergoing gender-affirming care, including reductions in depression, anxiety, suicidality, and eating disorders. Improved quality of life and self-image reported by TGNB youth after starting hormone therapy. Low rates of regret or treatment discontinuation, especially when care is delivered through comprehensive, multidisciplinary teams. No serious long-term health risks found in monitored populations receiving hormone therapy, including studies with follow-ups as long as 40 years. The authors conclude that there is more evidence supporting gender-affirming care than there is for many high-risk new drugs approved for children in the U.S., including recent gene therapies.

23 May 2025

[tritonmarketresearchamey]

Biometrics in Physical Access Control Market – Global Analysis

As per the Triton Market Research, the Global Biometrics in Physical Access Control Market report is segmented by Modality (Facial-Based Modality {2D Facial Biometric Recognition, Facial Biometric Analytics, 3D Facial Biometric Recognition}, Hand-Based Modality {Biometric Recognition, Fingerprint Biometric Recognition, Vein, Palm-Print Biometric Recognition}, Eye-Based Modality {Iris Biometric Recognition, Retina Biometric Recognition}, Voice-Based Modality { Passive Voice Biometric Recognition, Active Voice Biometric Recognition}, Handwritten-Based Modality, Other Modalities), End-user (Healthcare & Life Sciences, Telecom & IT, Logistics, Retail & Ecommerce, Government, Transport, BFSI, Travel & Hospitality, Media & Entertainment, Other Industries), and Regional Outlook (Asia-Pacific, North America, Europe, Middle East and Africa, and Latin America).  

The report highlights the Market Summary, Industry Outlook, Porter’s Five Forces Analysis, Market Attractiveness Index, Regulatory Framework, Key Market Strategies, Market Drivers, Challenges, Opportunities, Competitive Landscape, Research Methodology and scope, Global Market Size, Forecasts & Analysis (2024-2032).

According to Triton’s research report, the global market for biometrics in physical access control is expected to advance at a CAGR of 12.82% in revenue over the forecasting years 2024-2032. 

Biometrics in physical access control refers to the use of unique biological characteristics to authenticate and grant access to secured environments. A range of technologies like fingerprint scanning, iris recognition, and voice recognition are designed to ensure that only authorized individuals can enter restricted areas.

A growing need for robust security solutions amidst security breaches and advancements in biometric technology drives the expansion of the biometrics in physical access control market. Due to their improved accuracy, speed, and user-friendliness, biometric technologies have become more reliable for companies seeking access control solutions.

Despite its promising growth, the market faces a significant challenge regarding privacy and data protection. As the collection and storage of biometric data raise ethical and legal issues, ensuring the security of this sensitive information against cyber threats and misuse is a prime concern for stakeholders.

The Asia-Pacific biometrics in physical access control market is expected to witness the fastest growth during the forecast period. Governments in the Asia-Pacific region are spearheading digital transformation efforts, with digital identity ecosystems as businesses are unable to combat the prevalent cybercrime. Consequently, tech companies are exploring cost-effective biometric access control solutions tailored to SMEs, ensuring compliance with diverse data privacy regulations, which drives the expansion of the studied market.

The key companies in the biometrics in physical access control market include Allegion Plc, Assa Abloy AB Group, NEC Corporation, Idemia Group, Axis Communications AB, Schneider Electric SE, Identiv Inc, Nedap NV, Avigilon Corporation, Johnson Controls Inc, Dormakaba Holding AG, Thales Group, Honeywell International Inc, and Bosch Security System Inc.

Nevertheless, as regulatory frameworks become more stringent, organizations are increasingly turning to biometric systems to comply with security standards and enhance their access control protocols.

[thesundowncrew]

Definitely human. Was the first thought that popped into Samhain's mind; spirits were susceptible to corruption to Otherworldly beings such as djinn and demonic spirits. She hadn't reacted violently at first sight so that was good. She was a little scared but mostly sad. Samhain tenderly approached the stage, placing his hands on the blurry edges of mahogany and theatre lights.

"No, ah don't think so. Ah would've remembered a face as pretty as yours," the ghoul replied with a warmhearted smile. They were a few feet apart and Samhain could take in all the details of the human girl, from her tear-stained, porcelain cheeks to the worn-down pointes. In a desolate place such as this, a word and moment of kindness could go a long way.

He could sense the hopelessness coming off the spirit in waves, hitting him one after another and pulsing as strong as a heartbeat. What had she been gone through? How long had she been here, without relief? Without rest? It was time to find out. It was what he did, after all.

"Where is home? What's keeping you here?" he implored, asking the spirit to share her tale. "Tell me, child. Tell me what you remember."

The spirit, though distinct amidst the drifting shades, still appeared faint and blurry around the edges. Her colors had faded to a ghostly paleness. She wore a limp tutu of ruffled tulle, the same rose hue as her ballet shoes. Her hair was tied into a wispy bun. She couldn’t be much older than a teenager.

Hairline cracks covered her skin, especially around her left leg, as though she were made of porcelain.

At the gentle sound of Samhain’s voice, the spirit’s sobs faltered. She lifted her head and stared at him with pale brown eyes, her face startled and tear-streaked. Someone new. Someone… different.

“I don’t know you…” she whispered, confused. “Or… do I…?” Her memories had muddled together like watercolors across a damp canvas. She knew he was likely just another fragment of the past resurfacing to deceive her, even though she couldn’t remember him, even though he stood out so starkly. She had realized the trick by now, but far too late. How much time had passed in this facade? Did it even matter?

Still, why not speak to him? Surely she’d sunk so low already that it couldn’t get any worse. The change in monotony brought a hint of relief as well, albeit one that faded quickly beneath another swell of despair.

The spirit flickered as her expression collapsed into hopelessness once more. She buried her face into her palms again, shoulders shuddering with another sob. Her muffled voice wavered. “I— I don’t want this anymore… please… I want to go home…”

[oliviadlima]

Physical Security Market is booming worldwide with Leading Key Players

According to a new report published by Allied Market Research, titled, “Physical Security Market,” The physical security market size was valued at $104.6 billion in 2020, and is estimated to reach $192.9 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 6.5% from 2021 to 2030.

Physical security is a component of a wider security strategy. Security experts agree that the three most important components of a physical security plan are access control, surveillance, and security testing, which work together to make any space more secure. Access control may start at the outer edge of a security perimeter, which one should establish early in the process. Users can use fencing and video surveillance to monitor access to the facility and secure the outdoor area, especially if they have on-site parking or other outside resources. Furthermore, growth in the number in terror attacks and growing awareness boost the growth of the global physical security market. In addition, growth in technological advancements also positively impacts the growth of the market. However, privacy concerns and lack of physical and logical security integration hamper the market growth. On the contrary, increase in demand for physical security in smart cities is expected to offer remunerative opportunities for expansion of the market during the forecast period.

Depending on industry vertical, IT and telecom segment holds the largest physical security market share as telecommunications industry is facing one of the biggest challenges for managing their networks of base stations. Thus, to properly handle their network issues and to increase the security of telecom operator companies are adopting physical security solutions which is enhancing the growth of the market. However, BFSI segment is expected to witness growth at the highest rate during the forecast period, with the implementation of highly advanced technologies into financial infrastructure, physical security has become an integral part of the BFSI industry. The key drivers of the physical security market in BFSI includes regulatory safety standards’ compliance, risk of data loss, and increase in the adoption of cloud security solutions at data centers, ATMs, corporate buildings, and cash depots.

Region-wise, the physical security market was dominated by North America in 2020 and is the home to major players offering advanced solutions in the physical security market. In addition, increase in security measures across various industry verticals, such as commercial, transportation, government, and others owing to high terrorism incidences in the region, are expected to drive the growth of the market during the forecast period.

However, Asia-Pacific is expected to witness significant growth during the forecast period, owing to the prominent government and police initiatives to enhance physical security software owing to the increase in crime rate. Factors such as increase in insider threats and physical attacks pose great risks on critical infrastructure zones, particularly in developing countries, such as China and India.

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With the outbreak of COVID-19, it is challenging to put new tools in place to mitigate risk going forward. Now is a good time to consider updating access control to a more modern, future-proofed system that can still be effective, even if 90% of the office is working remotely. Therefore, it also affected the physical security market growth.

KEY FINDINGS OF THE STUDY

By component, the services segment accounted for the largest physical security market share in 2020.

By region, North America generated highest revenue in 2020 in physical security industry

By enterprise size, large enterprise segment is expected to generate more revenue in the physical security market forecast in 2020.

The key players that operate in the physical security market analysis are ADT Inc., BAE Systems, Cisco system Inc., Genetec Inc., HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC., Johnson Controls, PELCO corporation, Robert Bosch GmbH, STANLEY CONVERGENT SECURITY SOLUTIONS, INC., and Senstar Corporation. These players have adopted various strategies to increase their market penetration and strengthen their position in the physical security industry.

About Us: Allied Market Research (AMR) is a full-service market research and business-consulting wing of Allied Analytics LLP based in Portland, Oregon. Allied Market Research provides global enterprises as well as medium and small businesses with unmatched quality of “Market Research Reports Insights” and “Business Intelligence Solutions.” AMR has a targeted view to provide business insights and consulting to assist its clients to make strategic business decisions and achieve sustainable growth in their respective market domain.

[literaryvein-reblogs]

Word List: Psychology

more psychological concepts as reference for your poem/story

Absent grief - a form of complicated grief in which a person shows no, or only a few, signs of distress about the death of a loved one. This pattern of grief is thought to be an impaired response resulting from denial or avoidance of the emotional realities of the loss.

Being love - (or B-love) in Abraham Maslow’s humanistic psychology, a form of love characterized by mutuality, genuine concern for another’s welfare and pleasure, and reduced dependency, selfishness, and jealousy. B-love is one of the qualities Maslow ascribes to self-actualizers.

Cyclopean eye - a theoretical eye, located on the midline between the real eyes, that has access to the functions of both eyes and is used in descriptions of space perception and eye movements.

Dream ego - in the analytic psychology of Carl Jung, a fragment of the conscious ego that is active during the dream state.

Epiphany - a sudden perception of the essential nature of oneself, others, or reality.

Family mythology - the shared stories, norms, and beliefs within a family system. The mythology can be used to deny trauma or pathology within the family or to ascribe meaning to events in ways that suggest their inevitability or importance.

Guilt culture - a trend or organizing principle in a society characterized by the use of guilt to promote socially acceptable behavior. Guilt cultures emphasize both self-control in the face of temptation and self-initiated responsibility for one’s actions if transgressions should occur.

Hedonic treadmill - a metaphor for a hypothesis proposing that people’s happiness tends to return to a preexisting baseline level after positive or negative life events have occurred. According to this concept, positive and negative events may produce short-term shifts in mood, but these shifts tend to erode in a relatively brief period of time. This process of adaptation is thought to be responsible for the persistence of mood states over time, often in the face of considerable efforts to change them. Although there is good evidence for this hypothesis, research has demonstrated that people do not always return to baseline after the occurrence of mood-changing events.

Jactitation - (or jactation) extreme restlessness marked by frequent movements and tossing about.

Leaving the field - the act of removing oneself from a situation when confronted with seemingly insurmountable obstacles, insoluble conflicts, or intensely frustrating problems. It may involve physical withdrawal, escape into psychogenic illness, or some other behavior, such as distraction or changing the subject during a conversation.

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