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How to Choose and Where to Install a Smoke Alarm

According to the National Fire Protection Association, almost two-thirds of home fire deaths resulted from fires in properties without working smoke alarms. A working smoke alarm significantly increases your chances of surviving a deadly home fire.

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How to Fool a Thief with a Dummy Camera

Dummy (or fake) cameras have come a long way. Today they are made of real metal camera casing, wire, lens, and brackets. But the extra perks do not necessarily mean extra dollars. Fake security cameras are one of most cost-effective solutions to help deter crime. This is why you should be eager to know where to find the best fake cameras and how to use them to fool a would-be thief.

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How to Choose and Install a Motion Detector for Your Alarm System

Alarm system motion detectors should be both advance and easy to install. Typically, only one motion detector is part of a home security system kit. Therefore, getting an additional motion detector is a common thing to do and is well worth it.

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Security Matters When it Comes to Your Facebook Page

Social networking website Facebook currently has 800 million users and Facebook executives are eager to hit the 1 billionth mark. This means that as more people join, security needs to be stronger than ever before.

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My Visonic App Questions & Answers

Back in August we had a post on the My Visonic App. We received quite a bit of feedback and a few questions. Therefore, I thought it would be a good idea to do a little follow up.

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Let the Dog Bark!

Published on 28 December 2011 by in Hot Topics, Security Systems

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Let the Dog Bark!

So many dog owners spend much of their time and some of their money trying to get their dog to stop barking. But what dog owners might not realize (and your neighbors as well) is that sometimes barking can be a good thing.

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Mobile Apps Showdown at CES – SecuraFone

Vote today on SecuraTrac’s Security Mobile App in this year’s Consumer Electronic Show Apps Showdown. If SecuraTrac wins they will be featured at CES on January 12th in Las Vegas.

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Know When Your Mail is Delivered and Prevent Mail Theft

The U.S. Postal Service handles 668 million pieces of mail every day. The vast majority of it arrives intact and to the hands of its rightful owner. However, mail theft still does exist. In fact, mail theft remains the most common form of white-collar crime in America.

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Fending off Thieves this Holiday Season

According to the FBI, about 400,000 burglaries occur in the U.S. during the months of November and December each year. Items that thieves traditionally look for are things that can be easily sold, such as tools, bicycles, cameras, and expensive items such as furs and jewelry.

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Thanksgiving Time is Prime Time for Burglars

Criminals are not only interested in what’s on the shelves at retail outlets, but what’s left in the back seat of your vehicle when shopping, and perhaps more importantly, what’s left behind at your home when you are away shopping and/or traveling.

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