Near Field Communication (NFC) is a short-range wireless technology that allows data exchange when devices are brought within 4 cm of each other. NFC works using radio frequency identification (RFID) technology and magnetic field induction at 13.56 MHz. It has a variety of applications including mobile payments, data sharing, and access control. While NFC provides convenience, security issues like eavesdropping, data corruption, and man-in-the-middle attacks must be addressed to fully realize its potential.