Near Field Communication, or NFC, is a short-range high frequency wireless
communication technology that enables the exchange of data between devices over
about a decimeter. The technology is a simple extension of the ISO 14443
proximity-card standard (contact less card, RFID) that combines the interface of
a smartcard and a reader into a single device with practical implications. A
complete reference for NFC, this handbook provides technical information about
all aspects of NFC, as well as applications. It covers basic concepts as well as
research grade material and includes a discussion of future directions.