The document discusses pattern recognition and face recognition systems. It describes how face recognition systems work by measuring nodal points on faces to create a unique "face print." The process involves face detection, extraction of features, comparison to other faces in a database, and a match or non-match determination. Key components are data acquisition, preprocessing, classification, and decision making. Advantages are convenience and low cost, while disadvantages include inability to distinguish identical twins. The document concludes that face recognition technology is now economical, reliable and accurate enough for widespread use.