Many “do it yourself” security camera systems like Nest and Ring got negative publicity in recent years because cameras were hacked. The companies took the heat even though the hack wasn’t with their system, but likely from a data breach. Keeping Systems Safe A number of widespread data breaches in recent years gave hackers access...
One Sunday afternoon in the early summer, I was sitting on the back porch shopping online on my phone. I ordered cat doors and a few other low priced items from Home Depot. The items arrived later that week and I thought nothing more about it. The next weekend, again I was sitting on the...
A commercial warehouse isn’t an easy target for criminals. But, burglars gain big rewards if they get away with burglarizing it. They may be after consumer products stored there or the machinery and equipment used to run the facility, Either way, criminals find warehouse content very desirable. How can you improve the security of your warehouse?...
The holiday season is in full swing! While most of us are thinking of ways to make the ones we love in our lives happy this season, unfortunately this is also the season when others will attempt to make us very unhappy. Who? Burglars. Burglars love the holidays because homes are often vacated and wonderful,...
Are you enjoying the convenience and features your “smart” home security system offers? Features such as the ability to control your thermostat and security system from your smartphone. If so, you should be aware that criminals have become increasingly savvy in their ability to hack into security systems. Burglars have figured out ways to detect the...
Are you enjoying the convenience and features your “smart” home security system offers such as the ability to control your thermostat and security system from your smartphone? If so, you should be aware that criminals have become increasingly savvy in their ability to hack into security systems. Burglars have figured out ways to detect the wireless...
Are your neighbors — or worse — criminal hackers accessing your home WiFi? WiFi has become an almost essential part of our daily lives. We connect to it from our smartphones, video game consoles, computers, TVs, and even “smart” systems like home automation controls and home security systems. But this reliance on WiFi technology has...
It’s Friday evening and you and your family are settling in for a pizza, popcorn and movie night. Everyone’s agreed on a movie and what toppings should go on the pizza, and you feel yourself unwinding from the busy week. You’re gathered in your family room with your spouse and 10-year-old son while your 14-year-old...
Crime Doesn’t Happen in My Neighborhood Think your home is safe from burglary because you live in a nice neighborhood? Unfortunately, many homeowners have the perception of security due to their geographic location. In reality, though, burglars can strike anywhere, anytime. Some burglars will even target “nice neighborhoods,” assuming the homes contain more valuables. If...
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