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Motion detectors with respect to alarm systems refer to devices that are designed to identify when an individual enters a secure space. Motion detectors or motion sensors have many looks and work using different technologies. Understanding how each type of motion detector works is critical in order to deploy them properly and to maximize the chances of catching an intruder.

Securing security equipment is a concept that is seldom discussed, yet has significant impact on the quality of a security design. Most people discuss the importance of securing entry/exit points, critical assets, and other areas of interest, but seldom provide details of how the actual security equipment will be protected from those not authorized to access it.

Video surveillance technology continues to improve as the need for video surveillance rises each day. A good video surveillance system provides its owner many advantages that are critical in ensuring safety and security. Video surveillance systems have drastically different levels of quality and capability that determine the system’s forensic effectiveness when recorded video is needed for evidence or situational review. With such a wide variety of systems and associated prices, there are video surveillance systems available that can meet almost everyone’s expectations and needs. However, there are many people “Getting Robbed Blind” every day due to either having a poor quality video surveillance system or not having one at all.

A relatively recent security technology for video surveillance has revolutionized the way surveillance solutions address areas with extreme back light and glare conditions. These areas can be found in almost any facility that have glass entry ways, entrance doors with East or West orientations, large numbers of electronic devices that emit varying colors and light intensities, and outdoor venues. This technology is referred to as Wide Dynamic Range. The enhancements are extraordinary with relation to how images are processed when deployed in these challenging light environments that normally create havoc for traditional surveillance cameras.