Fingerprint Reader for Ubuntu & Debian

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The discussion centers around the compatibility of a Dell Studio laptop's integrated fingerprint reader with Ubuntu and other Linux distributions like Debian. The user expresses concern that the fingerprint reader may not function after switching from the current operating system. While "thinkfinger" is known to work with certain IBM ThinkPad models and Toshiba laptops, there is uncertainty regarding its compatibility with Dell devices. The user acknowledges that security is not a priority for them; they are more interested in the novelty of using the fingerprint reader. Overall, there is a call for information on any existing software solutions that would enable the fingerprint reader to operate on Ubuntu or similar Linux systems.
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I will quickly admit that this is a silly question, but I can't help but ask.

I am getting a new Dell Studio laptop. I have been convinced to switch the OS to Ubuntu by a friend of mine, but there is one rather sad problem. The Studio laptop has a fingerprint reader! It is a terrible thought that the reader will have no use if I switch the OS. Do any of you know if any software has been written to allow the integrated fingerprint reader to run on Ubuntu? What about another Linux system like Debian?

Thanks, and I know that the fingerprint reader is not secure... it doesn't matter to me... I just think it's cool.
 
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"thinkfinger" works with the IBM thinkpad ones, the same unit is also fitted to Toshiba.
Don't know about the DELL
 

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