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Basics of QR Code

QR codes are 2D barcodes that can store web addresses, text, contact info, etc. They were invented in 1994 and can store more data than traditional 1D barcodes. QR codes see many uses including advertising, ticketing, storing personal info, and augmented reality. There are different types of QR codes like micro QR codes for small amounts of data and IQR codes that can store more data. However, QR codes also pose risks like allowing criminals access to personal info, passwords, and location if scanned maliciously.

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Basics of QR Code

QR codes are 2D barcodes that can store web addresses, text, contact info, etc. They were invented in 1994 and can store more data than traditional 1D barcodes. QR codes see many uses including advertising, ticketing, storing personal info, and augmented reality. There are different types of QR codes like micro QR codes for small amounts of data and IQR codes that can store more data. However, QR codes also pose risks like allowing criminals access to personal info, passwords, and location if scanned maliciously.

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QR CODE

ALL ABOUT QR CODE!


2
WHAT IS QR CODE

• QR Stands for “Quick Response”


• Invented in 1994 by Denso Wave
• It is a 2D Barcode
• Stores web address, text Information,
contact information etc.
BAR CODE
3 VS
QR CODE

BAR CODE QR CODE


• Traditional One • Two dimensional barcodes
dimensional barcodes. or matrix barcode.
• Can be only read • Can be read horizontally
horizontally and vertically
• Only holds a limited • Holds 4000+ character
amount of data-UPC = 12 info
Digits
4 USES / APPLICATIONS

• Consumer Advertising
• Initially used to track vehicle parts in manufacturing
• Entertainment
• Transport ticketing
• Storing personal information
• Incorporated into currency.
• Augmented Reality
5 USES

• Logging in to websites
• Sharing of files
• Payments
• Encryption using DES
6 TYPES

QR code model 1 & 2


• Model 1 is the original QR code.
• The largest version of the code is 14 (73*73 modules)
which is capable storing up to 1167 numerals.
• Model 2 is an improvement on the model 1.
• The largest version being 40 (177*177 modules) which is
capable of storing up to 7089 numerals.
7 TYPES

Micro QR code
• Smaller versions of a normal QR code
• Used to store only small amounts of numerical data in
smaller surface area.
IQR code
• Codes generated are either square or rectangle.
• It has much rows and columns thus it can store more
data than others.
8 TYPES

SQRC
 This has a restricting function
 They can be used to store private information or manage a
company’s internal information.
Frame QR
• These codes with canvas area can be flexibly used.
• Since letters and images can be inserted inside the canvas
area, frame QR acts as a promotional tool and also the
authenticity of judgement.
9 RISKS

• Making your calendar, contacts, and even


credit card information available to criminals.
• Stealing your Facebook, Google, and other
Passwords and posting without your
Knowledge or permission.
• Tracking your location for criminal purposes.
• Infecting your device with malware that can
disable it.

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