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Security Systems move into the CLOUD
Are you aware that many security systems are now available in the Cloud? By utilizing the cloud you no longer have to buy an expensive security server, constantly backup the database, waste time...
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Migrating from Analog to IP Cameras
Many people are left with the notion that if they want to upgrade or use IP cameras that the existing analog cameras and cable infrastructure can no longer be used. This couldn’t be farther from the...
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Common Security Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
There are three common mistakes that companies make when looking to have a security project installed. Security systems can range from a few thousand dollars to hundreds of thousands of dollars, so...
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Two Major Mistakes to Avoid When Buying a Camera System - Part 1
Many times when looking at installation by other companies, I find two major issues with the camera system: the wrong camera is being used for the viewing application and the software chosen...
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Two Major Mistakes to Avoid When Buying a Camera System - Part 2
In part 1 of this series I talked about how choosing the wrong type of camera for the viewing application can adversely affect the performance of your camera system. In part 2, I will discuss the...
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Schools Need a Trusted Security Provider...So How Do You Find One?
Schools, especially public schools, are under tremendous pressure today to have the highest level of security. Often times the staff in charge of security are provided with very limited budgets while...
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Transitioning from Analog to IP Cameras? Don't Pull Your Hair Out, Here are 5...
Taking your legacy analog camera system to the next generation of IP video can have its pitfalls. There are 5 mistakes to avoid when migrating your existing camera system to an IP solution. The...
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Top 3 Factors to Look at During a Security Camera Demonstration
When evaluating a camera system you should always ask to see a demonstration of the system and products being quoted for the installation. Product specifications can be confusing and even misleading;...
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Why You Need to Use RAID When Recording Video
Many people either don’t know what RAID is or have only a basic understanding of the technology. RAID stands for “Redundant Array of Independent Disks”. It describes the Hard Drive configuration of a...
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Video Storage and Archiving
1. Concern: Is the cloud secure or can anyone access my information? The truth is, the cloud is not one giant all-encompassing computer. The cloud is a word that is used to help describe a concept...
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Do you have concerns about Cloud Security Solutions?
1. Concern: Is the cloud secure or can anyone access my information? The truth is, the cloud is not one giant all-encompassing computer. The cloud is a word that is used to help describe a concept...
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Access Control and Alarm Messaging
Are you currently using either your access control system or intrusion detection system to automatically send you emails or SMS message on defined events? In the answer is no you may want to consider...
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Simple, Yet Safe: Using Emergency Phone Systems to Improve Campus Security
Emergency Phone systems, such as the recognizable blue light emergency phone, have watched over college campuses for decades. And, they continue to do so. Though, in the age of cell phones, it may seem...
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Mobile Phones Can Now Replace ID Badges
In this age of mobility, there's a lot we can do from our phones. We do our banking, we keep in touch, we manage our schedules, we watch the news...and every day the list of things we can do is...
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