What is ccid meaning?

CCID stands for Chip Card Interface Device. It is a USB-based smart card reader that is used in various applications, including banking, online payments, security tokens, e-commerce, and more. The CCID is a specification that defines the communication protocol between the smart card and the reader. It ensures the secure transfer of data between the smart card and the computer system. The CCID standard primarily focuses on the transfer of commands and responses between the smart card and the reader. It is widely used in both contact and contactless smart card applications. The CCID specification was developed by the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) and is widely adopted in the industry.