title: Near field communication: getting in touch with mobile users.
abstract: Near field communication is a method for sending and receiving small amounts of data across very short distances wirelessly. This technology is already available in a number of mobile devices and has many possible uses, including electronic payment, access control, and information exchange. This article will explain the basic principles of near field communication, discuss some of the ways it can be used in libraries, and explore some possible concerns with the technology. A list of resources for additional information is also included.
authors.affiliation: Mayo Clinic Health System, Eau Claire, Wisconsin USA. hoy.matt@mayo.edu
authors.forename: Matthew B
authors.initials: MB
authors.lastname: Hoy
mesh_terms: D040421:Cell Phone; D007993:Libraries, Medical; D057233:Radio Frequency Identification Device; D014481:United States; D059015:Wireless Technology