As the quantity of video surveillance cameras grows exponentially around the globe, many security practitioners are asking, "How do I know which camera I should be watching? "What if I'm not actively watching my cameras and something happens?"

Most...

Countless hours are invested in alarm system design. Capability, functionality, and device placement are poured over to ensure proper coverage. But, what is monitoring the power to the alarm system? Does your intrusion alarm panel have the...

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Security and IT are banding together and combining knowledge bases to create ideal IP camera systems for security. But today the discussion is evolving and includes communication. Voice communication to parking areas, gates, doors, emergency pull...

Why should I buy an NVR instead of building my own? 

• Is the system you're going to build going to have an optimized operating system?
• Will it have all unecessary services turned off?
• Do you know which services those are?
• Will your new NVR be easy...

Cats. Not the subject matter I thought I'd be writing about...ever. Well, here I am, realizing that those pet lovers out there might get a kick out of this. Especially if they are worried about what else might be entering their house through that...

Power over Ethernet (PoE) is the standard method for powering IP cameras of all shapes and sizes. Not too long ago we were limited to about 12 watts per network switch port. Today we are able to provide multiple 60 watt per ports on a managed,...

It seems that with intrusion alarm systems there's sometimes a catch when it comes to contracts and fees.

Enter feature-rich Bosch Security Systems' B-series intrusion alarm panels with a free app available for Apple or Android

The new B5512 and...

As IP video security projects become the norm, structured cable and other IT-centric companies are entering the security market. Likewise, those entrenched in the security market are now seeing larger and larger IP video projects. Both of these...

Evaluating and comparing ultra-low-light cameras for security is difficult.  The best way to do this is to arrange a night demonstration on your own or with the assistance of your local manufacturer's representative. In the absence of an in-person...