Stay Smart While Shopping Online

Stay Smart While Shopping Online

In the sometimes risky landscape of the internet, where cyber criminals lurk around every virtual corner, it’s crucial to stay smart while shopping online. Just in time for Cyber Monday deals, read on for information about how to increase security while navigating the digital aisles. Fort Knox Passwords: Your password is the gatekeeper to your...

15 Security Related Gifts for the Techie in your Life

As the holidays approach, searching for that perfect gift is always a challenge. For the techie in your life, the latest gadget is always a terrific option. Better yet if that gadget is focused on safety and security – kill two birds with one stone! Get a head start on your holiday shopping with these...

Make Nightly Home Safety a Habit

According to the Harvard Business Review, a routine is not the same as a habit. You can turn a routine into a habit. But it is important to pick wisely those behaviors you want to turn into a habit.  Establishing a habit requires some attention and concentration, and is not as simple as some would...

Daylight Savings Is Over

Daylight Savings Is Over

Daylight Savings is over and our evenings will now become darker even earlier. Many burglars rely on darkness to hide during break-ins. You’ll want to pay attention to your outdoor lighting and landscaping to discourage criminals from approaching. Here are five crucial tips to help you navigate this seasonal shift: Upgrade Your Outdoor Lighting System:...

crime prevention month

October is Crime Prevention Month

In 1984 President Reagan designated October as National Crime Prevention Month in the United States. The National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC) partners with local police, government agencies, schools, businesses and other organizations to raise awareness. You may remember McGruff the Crime Dog teaching “take a bite out of crime” by taking simple measures to help...

Benefits of Video Monitoring

You may think that having a comprehensive intrusion and fire alarm system is enough to protect your property. But have you considered the benefits of video monitoring? This involves adding a few video cameras to your system and having a professional monitoring company watch the footage in real-time. This third party is alerted to events...

safety tips for online dorm shopping

Safety Tips for Online Dorm Shopping

My social media feed is filling up with pictures of kids moving into fully decked-out dorm rooms. I know my friends have been shopping online and organizing for months to make sure their kids are set up for a successful first year of college. Here are some safety tips for online dorm shopping to avoid...

idle hands

Idle Hands Looking for Mischief

As summer break from school starts to draw to a close, many young people have returned from vacation, finished camps and boredom has set in. For most this means sleeping late and getting that summer reading assignment done. For a few though, idle hands are a formula for mischief-making. Petty crime always goes up in...

Safety tips for arriving home after dark

Safety Tips for Arriving Home After Dark

It’s past midnight when Sandy arrives home after dark. The street is quiet and though she’s only a few steps from her front door, she’s anxious about the short trip from the car. If you’ve ever arrived home late at night, you can relate to Sandy’s anxiety. You don’t know what or who lurks in...

do i need a dash cam

Do I Need a Dash Cam?

A dash cam is a small camera attached to your vehicle’s dashboard or windshield. It continuously records video footage while you drive, providing you with a record of your journey. Recently, these devices have become more popular, leading many to wonder, “Do I need a dash cam?” Here are a few reasons you might want...

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