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As mobile devices become increasingly integral to daily life, the need for robust security measures has intensified. Continuous user authentication (CUA) is an emerging paradigm designed to enhance security by verifying user identity throughout device usage, rather than solely at login. This study aims to explore user perceptions, experiences, and preferences concerning CUA methods, such as biometric scans (e.g., fingerprints, facial recognition) and behavioral analytics (e.g., typing patterns, swipe gestures). We will investigate the importance users place on continuous authentication for safeguarding personal data, as well as the usability challenges they encounter. Specifically, we will delve into how users perceive the reliability and accuracy of biometric and behavioral authentication methods, considering factors such as the perceived invasiveness of biometric scans and concerns about data privacy. Additionally, we will examine how perceptions and preferences for CUA vary across different age groups, as younger generations may be more accustomed to biometric authentication and less concerned about privacy implications, while older generations may have different preferences and concerns. The findings of this study will provide insights into user trust, privacy concerns, and the overall effectiveness of CUA in improving mobile security. By understanding user attitudes, this research seeks to inform the development of more intuitive and secure authentication solutions that align with user needs and expectations across various demographics.
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Wearable Technologies in Construction: Age-Related Perceptions, Privacy Concerns, and Feedback Preferences
With the increasingly aging workforce in the construction industry, understanding age-related differences in the adoption and use of wearable devices is crucial, particularly as privacy concerns pose significant barriers to implementation. While previous studies have addressed challenges older workers experience in construction, limited research has explored how wearable technologies specifically impact workers across different age groups. This study investigates older and younger construction workers' attitudes, perceptions, and interactions with employer-provided wearable devices. A comprehensive survey examined key factors such as privacy concerns, data ownership issues, mental-related data privacy, and the effects of different feedback methods on safety and performance. The findings reveal that while both older and younger workers generally hold positive attitudes towards wearable devices, older workers exhibit significantly higher privacy concerns, particularly regarding collecting mental-related data, which can lead to psychological resistance. Additionally, visual feedback was identified by both groups as the most distracting, negatively impacting safety and performance, while haptic feedback emerged as the preferred method, having the least lowering effect. These insights emphasize the need for tailored strategies in designing and implementing wearable devices to address the distinct preferences and concerns of diverse age groups, ultimately improving safety and usability in high-risk construction environments.
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- Award ID(s):
- 2128970
- PAR ID:
- 10656044
- Publisher / Repository:
- CIB
- Date Published:
- Journal Name:
- CIB Conferences
- Volume:
- 1
- Issue:
- 1
- ISSN:
- 3067-4883
- Format(s):
- Medium: X
- Sponsoring Org:
- National Science Foundation
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