How To Protect Your Home or Business With IP Cameras

How To Protect Your Home or Business With IP Cameras

When it comes to protecting your home or business, there are many things you can do. Deterring crime or any other kind of nuisance is a pretty tough challenge, but certain security measures have been proven to be quite effective. One of the most basic things a homeowner or business owner can do is to install motion sensor lights, which will turn on whenever something moves in certain spots around the home or business. But, if you are looking for something more advanced than that, or if they do not seem to be working, then you may want to consider installing IP (internet protocol) cameras.

What is an Internet Protocol (IP) camera?

An Internet Protocol camera is a type of surveillance camera, which operates on a closed circuit television system (CCTV.) The name derives from the fact that these cameras can send and receive information through an internet connection and network, and therefore it allows a person to get the live video feed from any location that has an internet connection.

 In essence, an internet protocol camera operates in much the same way as a webcam, or similar type of arrangement. The only difference is that IP cameras are built specifically for surveillance needs, while the others are not necessarily built specifically for surveillance.

So, it is important to consider the advantages and disadvantages of the system, and to know exactly what you are looking for and why you want a surveillance system in the first place. All of these factors will determine whether or not the ip camera system is the right fit for you.

Pros of IP Cameras

● Two-way audio capabilities
● Higher image resolution
● Flexibility and adaptability
● Intelligence can be distributed and shared easily
● Remote access to surveillance in real time

Cons of IP Cameras

● More expensive than other video surveillance systems
● High network bandwidth requirements
● Usually need professional installation
● Can be susceptible to hackers and outside interference

This is an example of the quality and resolution of the footage that is available via CCTV as used in our computer repairs workshop in Perth.

The actual equipment used was Swann, which can be purchased from our web site

As part of our service, we offer a CCTV system installation service within a 30 mile radius of Perth

Jason is a freelance writer and content contributor. He is also one of the many home buyers in        Dallas.