FINGERPRINT ACTIVATED QUICK FUNCTION SELECTION

摘要

A device (1) such as a laptop computer includes a fingerprint sensor (21) and has a specific function to be performed associated with at least two of the fingerprints of an authorized user of the device (1). The device performs the specific function when an authorized user places a finger on the fingerprint sensor (21). The functions associated with the fingerprints of the authorized users can be quickly- accessed even when a security or keyboard lock is active. A mobile communication terminal' (1) includes a fingerprint sensor (21) in a call handling key (11). Calls are answered, rejected or initiated when an authorized user places a finger on the fingerprint sensor (21).