An Empirical Analysis of Knowledge and awareness about NFC (Near Field Communication) Technology among college students in Chennai City

Abstract

Near Field Communication (NFC) is an emerging short-range wireless communication technology and the quick time taken to establish a connection. The coverage area of NFC is 20 cm. This minimizes threats facing wireless technology. Neeraj Kumar Singh (2018) discussed what are NFC, how it works and applications of NFC in transport, healthcare, marketing etc. The study was conducted in the colleges of Chennai city. Students from Engineering College and Arts and Science College were interviewed. Non-probability convenient sampling method was used. Out of 250 respondents, majority of students (195) were in the age group of 18 to 20 (78%). Knowledge and awareness of NFC technology was analysed through various statements. Majority of students stated that they are not sure about the usage of NFC in libraries, ID cards, voting and navigation. Results show that knowledge and awareness about NFC technology is lacking among college students.