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However, neither protocol provides the bandwidth that you get with Wi Fi, which is why it is usually used in security cameras to provide smooth video streaming, and in other devices that require a fat pipe. Moreover, Z Wave and
Zigbee devices are connected and controlled using a hub, while Wi Fi devices can be connected directly to your home network and controlled with an app. Finally, Z Wave and Zigbee devices use AES 128 encryption, and since they operate in a closed
system with a dedicated hub, they offer more security than Wi Fi devices. Any smart security system worth its salt offers components that work together in a seamless environment and can be manipulated using customized rules. For example, you can create rules to have the lights turn on when motion is detected, have your doors unlock when a smoke alarm goes off, and have a camera begin recording when a sensor is triggered. Some systems store recorded video locally on an SD card or a solid state drive, while others offer cloud storage. Locally stored video is a good choice for do it yourselfers on a budget, but you have to be careful not to overwrite video you may need later. Cloud storage makes it easy to store and access recorded video, but it can cost hundreds of dollars per year depending on your subscription. Some systems offer both cloud storage and local storage, and some provide a dedicated storage drive that gives you DVR capabilities with time lapse recording, which makes it easy to find a video event that took place at a specific point in time. All of the systems we've tested feature an app that lets you use your smartphone as your command center to arm and disarm the system, create rules, add and delete components, and receive push notifications when alarms are triggered. Most apps also allow you to do things like view live and recorded video, lock and unlock doors, change thermostat settings, and silence alarms.
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The doors are a burglar’s most common means of entry. Know that a steel or solid core door, not a hollow core door, is more resistant to forced entry. Replace a
push button knob
lock with a deadbolt lock to add more resistance. Many homes have double hung windows which can be “pinned” by installing a pin in the lower window sash. Keep your garage door closed when the garage is unattended. An open garage door is an open invitation for any thief.
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One of the best methods of stopping the threat of
burglary is to be a good neighbor. This costs absolutely nothing, but it is one of the most effective ways to ensure that your home and your neighborhood are kept safe. Simply talking with the people in your area and
discussing any suspicious activity can turn your community from a potential goldmine for burglars into a crime free safe zone. Criminals prefer areas in which the residents do not look out for each other. For this reason, being a conscientious neighbor can vastly improve your home's security. Living alone can be especially frightening if you are concerned about home security. When you are alone at night, you can feel like you are particularly susceptible to a break in, regardless of the actual danger. To ease your mind, you should consider owning a dog. While many dogs are specially trained to provide security, any dog that barks at the presence of strangers can be an incredibly effective deterrent against crime. Moreover, a dog can provide you with the comfort of a companion so that you do not focus on potential danger any more than necessary. Although home security can be expensive, it does not have to be costly to be effective.
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