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microdot

1. a microcopy about the size of a pinhead, used esp in espionage

2. a tiny tablet containing LSD

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Developed by DataDot Technology (www.datadotdna.com), DataDots are the size of sand grains, and can contain identification numbers that can be linked to product serial numbers and relevant owner information, such as company name, business registration, or Social Security numbers.

A little dot will do: DataDots provide next-generation tech security. (TECH NEWS)

Other technologies include marking systems that affix a nearly invisible but unique identification code to the machine (such as micro-dots from DataDot and radio-frequency identification [RFID] micro-chips) and "smart" keys utilizing individual operator passcodes to ensure that only authorized operators can start the equipment.

Steeling equipment against thieves: flexible anti-theft technology developed to help protect oil patch equipment can be widely applied

In response re an increase in the theft of Xenon headlights, which are very costly to replace, Nissan has allied with law enforcement agencies to the Northeast and Seattle-based DataDot Technologies USA to combat the problem.