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...
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...
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 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:...
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...
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...
Some say this is the “most wonderful time of the year” in Texas. No, not back-to-school time, but the beginning of high school football season! We look forward to hearing the crash of football pads, the roar of the crowd and the band playing the school fight song. And in Texas high school stadiums can...
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...
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...
With daily heat advisories any kind of outdoor exercise is discouraged and risky. But for many who rely on walks to get their cardio in each week, the hot days present a real challenge. Walking at night is one alternative but there are a number of dangers that come with that. Crime is one consideration...
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