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Will a Laser Pointer Damage a Security Camera?

There are lasers can disrupt the CCD (camera sensor) on your security camera. Often, the lasers will create dead pixels. There may be 1 or 2 dead pixels or it could drop complete vertical or horizontal lines from the image. In extreme cases, it can actually melt the sensor.

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Why You Shouldn’t Install Fake Security Cameras

Fake security cameras are devices that closely resemble real security cameras but don’t function. Their only purpose is to deter a potential burglar or thief from breaking in. These cameras can become good deterrents if their physical features are at par with real security cameras, including color, shape, and power light.

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What to Do If Your Security System is Vandalized

Have you ever wondered what to do when the security system that keeps you safe is vandalized? Well for one, there’s no need to panic, but immediate actions should be taken in order to correct the damage. In this article we’ll be looking at the steps that need to be taken if your security system is vandalized.

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Visible vs. Hidden Security Cameras

Surveillance is fast becoming a fact of life for most businesses and many individuals. One of the most complex and easily misunderstood issues involves the choice necessary between hidden cameras and visible security cameras. Which is better? Does either type of camera suffer from any consequences? How difficult are the two systems to manage? What about expense?

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Should Your Office Have Surveillance Cameras?

It is not possible to monitor everything going on around your business at any given time. Therefore, to ensure overall safety and security of your business, a video surveillance system may be your best bet. According to a survey by the American Management Association, 48 percent of employers use cameras and video surveillance in the workplace. But is it advisable or legal to install surveillance cameras in your office?

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