Using Traditional Security Cameras and Surveillance Systems – Are They Really Efficient in Preventing Shoplifting? (Part 2)

Warning Sign for Shoplifters

  continued from Using Traditional Security Cameras and Surveillance Systems – Are They Really Efficient in Preventing Shoplifting? Part 1. Vendor Theft Aside from employees who are likely suspects to steal from a store, storeowners also have to keep a lookout on the vendors too.  The employees of vendors, or the vendors themselves who are used to doing dishonest business practices are known to deliberately short-change the store and/or steal other items while in the store premises.  Vendor theft and fraud represents 5% of retail losses, which truly makes this group something that must not be taken very lightly. The Continue Reading

Benefits of Wireless Surveillance Camera System and Factors to Consider Before You Buy One

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These days, there are many people who go about their everyday lives and earn a living by decently working.  However, there are also people who do not want to earn the honest way.  Instead, they acquire money by means of stealing items and selling them, or by robbing other people of their money.  Fortunately, due to technological advancements, many security measures have become more reasonably priced, to the point that even an average homeowner can afford to purchase security cameras and a surveillance system for his/her own home. Most homeowners who are considering buying their first set of security cameras and surveillance system are Continue Reading

A Beginner’s Guide on How to Devise the Ideal Video Surveillance System (Part 4)

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continued from A Beginner’s Guide on How to Devise the Ideal Video Surveillance System part 3. #7.  Viewing Video Generally, surveillance video is viewed and monitored by humans.  However, a majority of surveillance video that is taped is actually never viewed.  When it comes to the video footages that are viewed, the most common purpose for doing that is for gathering historical information and for use in investigations. There are some surveillance video footages that are being viewed live constantly and the purpose of doing that is to catch shoplifters (in retail stores), to monitor traffic as well as to monitor potential Continue Reading

A Beginner’s Guide on How to Devise the Ideal Video Surveillance System (Part 3)

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continued from A Beginner’s Guide on How to Devise the Ideal Video Surveillance System part 2. #4. Recording Video Below are three important questions (with the answers) regarding the recording of videos: What specific resolution do you choose to record at? The resolution is actually limited to what the security camera can capture.  If you have a standard definition security camera, then this means that you can never record video at a high definition resolution.  On the contrary, every user obviously records at the highest resolution that the security camera is able to capture. Do you record based on movement or do you Continue Reading

A Beginner’s Guide on How to Devise the Ideal Video Surveillance System (Part 1)

Security Cameras

Are you planning to buy your very first video surveillance system and have no idea on what or how to choose the ideal one just for you? Devising a video surveillance system can be quite easy if you are knowledgeable on things regarding security cameras, video analytics, video management systems, etc.   However, if you are someone who has never done this before, has no experience whatsoever in any of these things, or you just want to buy the best one for you (and make the most out of your hard-earned money) and get on with your life, then you ought to read this guide on how to devise the ideal video surveillance system because this will Continue Reading

Video Surveillance Equipments – The Rise of Digital Technology

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Video surveillance equipments have come a long way from its analog days.  These days, digital is the norm for technology and surveillance systems have rapidly adapted towards it.  Nearly all video surveillance equipment you will see these days are digital in format, something which is not only convenient, but also secure. Digital technology for surveillance systems has many advantages over traditional analog systems.  This includes cheaper camera system, better integration between different devices, and smart software capabilities. Network Cameras The first network cameras were basically webcams that were first seen in the early Continue Reading

A Brief Look Into Video Surveillance Software

Surveillance Software

Thanks to technological advancements, security has greatly increased as intelligent video surveillance software can help assist in monitoring multiple security cameras installed on certain locations.  Many criminals think that they can hide under the shade of darkness.  In truth, active infrared security cameras are still able to acquire images as if it was in the light of day.  This allows video surveillance software to detect if there are any intrusion in an area and alert necessary personnel or actively turn on lights and sirens to foil any intrusion as well as point where the intrusion occurred. The truth is there are many locations Continue Reading

Recording Resolutions of Surveillance Digital Video Recorder

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If you are looking for a good surveillance system, aside from choosing the best security cameras you can afford, you should also look into quality DVR systems.  The DVR is basically the unit that records all the video footages coming from your security cameras.  A DVR can handle multiple channel recording, and, depending on the model, it can record from 4, 8, 16, 32, to 64 security camera channels simultaneously. The DVR will also need a hard drive where it can store the video footages that is has taken.  The total capacity of the hard drive is dependent with the consideration of certain aspects, such as: the number of days of video you Continue Reading

Simple Tips When Purchasing Security Cameras at Discount Prices

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Technology has sparked an array of modern day gadgets which has enabled the interest of many, particularly in the field of home security cameras.  In addition, thanks to the internet, you will find homes and businesses making their purchases online for these products due to the assortment of affordable and easy to install systems.  Having a system that’s easy to install is beneficial for most homeowners as many either do not have the DIY skill to install a more complicated system, or they simply do not have the time setting up something complex. This makes a simple system a blessing because they are able to easily posses an instant Continue Reading

Using Security Cameras and Surveillance Systems in Prisons and Correctional Facilities

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Security cameras and surveillance systems are proven to be helpful in providing effective security in prisons and correctional facilities.  Instances that involve drug use, inmate violence, and officer misconduct are just some of the many examples of unfortunate incidents that can happen inside prisons and correctional facilities.  Thanks to the advancements in technology, security cameras and surveillance systems are helping these facilities to further enhance their security measures in order to provide more comprehensive monitoring as well as a heightened level of safety for inmates and other workers inside these places. Below are some Continue Reading