Definitions[]
Biometrics[]
Data capture is the process of acquiring one or more raw biometric samples from a subject. Data capture is the process by which data is collected and stored in machine-readable form.
General[]
Data capture is
| “ | the conversion of information provided by a respondent into electronic format suitable for use by subsequent processes.[1] | ” |
| “ | [t]he process of collecting and encoding data for entry into a computer system.[2] | ” |
References[]
- ↑ U.S. Census Bureau, Glossary (full-text).
- ↑ Auditing and Financial Management: Glossary of EDP Terminology, at 5.