How Do Motion Detection Security Cameras Work?
Installing motion detection security cameras at your home or business is a great way to up your security, and knowing a little bit about the technology behind them can help you make the best use out of them. Here is a look at the mechanics behind motion detection security cameras. CCD vs. CMOS First, you […]
Crime Rates In Salt Lake County
Salt Lake County may not be as safe as you think. Every year since 2011, the crime rate has been slowly increasing. Even the head of police has requested an increase in staff it keep up with the crime rate. “Part 1” crimes, serious offenses such as murder, rape, robbery and stealing a car, have […]
How To Stay Safe In A Shady Neighborhood
It usually isn’t difficult to tell if you’ve found yourself in a rough area, as the signs tend to be pretty obvious—sirens, illicit drug activity, trash, abandoned buildings, and a high number of bars, for example. And sometimes, whether we like or not, we find ourselves living in areas that are a little rough around […]
FAQs About Security Cameras For Homes
I often get asked the same questions from people that are curious about putting cameras up in their homes. I am going to answer a few of them here. I will come back and update this post from time to time as people email me questions. Hi Thal, Thank you for taking the time to […]
Security Cameras…The NEW Neighborhood Watch
When I was young I remember one of the neighborhoods I lived in forming a “Neighborhood Watch.” It was a concerted effort to keep an eye out for one another’s property and the general safety of the neighborhood where we lived. It was a way to help the local police help us. Now there is […]
Tips For Preventing Doorstep Package Thefts
Are you tired of worrying about packages being stolen from your front doorstep? Here are some great tips for keeping packages that are delivered to you out of thieves’ hands. Have packages shipped to you at work. Very often packages are delivered during the daytime, when most people are at work. If you’re someone who […]
Smart Home Security Features
As we continue barreling into the 21st century with amazing advancements in digital technology, every industry seems to be affected by modern transitions, and the home security industry is no different. There are tons of ways that smartphone technology can help you adapt your home security system into something that is more personal and intuitive […]
Xfinity’s Flawed Security System
While security systems continue to advance and progress as technology brings new tools to keep homes safe, it is important to note that there is no such thing as a security system that is impenetrable. As security engineers get smarter, so too do those who would wish to bypass those security systems. Luckily, most people […]
What To Do If Your Identity Is Stolen Pt. 2
What To Do If Your Identity Is Stolen Pt. 1
There are many ways that someone can damage your life by breaking into your home, however, one of the most harrowing ways that can be more emotionally harmful than the initial theft is if they use their break in to steal your personal information and, thusly, identity. If you have a home break in, whether […]