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Video Surveillance Equipment, Security Cameras & CCTV Systems Guide
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Extensive collection of articles on everything you need to know about video surveillance equipment, CCTV cameras, biometrics and wireless security systems for business and personal use.
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Biometrics history: a story starting 2500 years ago
Biometrics history spans a much longer time frame than many people realize. While computerized biometric systems and the use of iris and facial identification are relatively modern, fingerprints have been in use as an identification tool for approximately 2500 years. 0512 cat0 3216
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A quick and practical guide to surveillance camera placement
The secret to proper surveillance camera placement is figuring out what needs to be monitored. Once you determine your needs, placement becomes a relatively simple matter. After calculating your camera's field of vision, you simply mount them to cover your desired areas. 0512 cat0 3215
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Traffic surveillance cameras: benefit or boon?
Traffic surveillance cameras are used in many cities to help monitor busy roadways. Used correctly, they can improve traffic flows and help first responders reach emergencies more quickly. On the other hand, they pose serious privacy issues for individual citizens. 0512 cat0 3214
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A high-tech home surveillance system on a low-tech budget
You can easily setup up a home surveillance system with a home computer and webcam. Combining a little bit of software wizardry with freely available internet storage and streaming sites makes it possible for you to keep an eye on your home from anywhere. 0412 cat0 3213
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Biometric face recognition: tomorrow has come
Recent advances in biometric face recognition programs have been revolutionary. They made the technology useful for both government and private entities. However, the detailed nature of the technology requires high quality cameras to produce good results. 0412 cat0 3212
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Body-worn hidden spy cams: a new tool for law enforcement
Many law enforcement agencies have gone beyond the car-mounted video camera and started wearing hidden spy cams. These small cameras should help keep law enforcement officers and the public safe while also documenting any misdeeds committed by either party. 0412 cat0 3211
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Maximizing an IP surveillance system through smarter encoding
This is an introduction to the different types of IP surveillance encoding. This article explains the differences between CBR, VBR and CVBR systems in easily understood terms. It also provides information on which system is appropriate for different surveillance applications and on their benefits and drawbacks. 0412 cat0 3210
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Video surveillance in 2011 -- emerging IP video standards and high tech business models
Better standards and improved business models will be the catchphrases for video surveillance in 2011. In addition, IP video will see a resurgence thanks to an improved global economy, and technologies developed over the past two years will be implemented affordably for businesses throughout the year. 0111 cat0 3209
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The controversy surrounding the effectiveness of speed cameras in reducing traffic fatalities from road accidents
This article discusses the two opposing sides of a controversial debate about the relationship between speed cameras and road accidents. What is the true effectiveness of speed cameras in reducing speeding-related traffic fatalities from road accidents, which is the main justification for their increasing usage in Europe and the U.S.? 0111 cat0 3208
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PC-based home security cameras to use when creating a computer-centered home surveillance system
This article will discuss which PC-based home security cameras allow you to create your own home video surveillance systems by utilizing the power of your personal computer. Three examples discussed include USB-based web cameras, wired and wireless network cameras, and most any type of analog cameras when using video capture boards. 0111 cat0 3207
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