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Evaluating Home Security Products
How to keep your home safe from illegal entry and from burglary is a common worry today, and it’s understandable; there are constant reports of thefts of all kind, from corporate theft to identity theft, and people want to protect their possessions. Of course, the problem with home security is that it can be hard to know what home security products are the best to keep your house safe. The number of home security products and companies are growing, and they all have a variety of things to offer. But before you buy more security than your local jewelry store has, evaluate some of the different kinds of home security products and how they can help.
The Total Approach
When it comes to home security, it's hard to beat alarm companies such as ADT or Brinks, that sell alarms as well as provide the monitoring service to go with them, similar to how cable companies will provide you equipment as well as charge you a monthly fee. An alarm system installed by a professional installer and monitoring is one of the best home security products that your money can buy. These companies also offer, in addition to simple monitoring services, fire monitoring and even carbon monoxide monitoring to keep your family safe. The big disadvantage to these home security alarm, of course, is the cost. The initial cost of the equipment is often high, and some people just can’t budget for the monthly fee, no matter how moderate.
Check the Doors
Sometimes increasing the amount of security your home has involves just changing the locks. It’s unfortunate to say so, but the barrier that most people use to keep their home from being exposed to the outside, their front door, isn’t an adequate block against thieves. Most door jams are made out of soft wood, which makes an easy task of kicking the door in. Even the hole your lock slides into is probably only held in by a few small screws. Hope isn’t lost, though, since you can easily improve upon this with door reinforcement kits and new strike plates for your locks. For even more security, install a heavy deadbolt that requires a key to open from either side. These home security products are readily available at most major home improvement stores.
The Bare Minimum
If you’re not going with an alarm system, there are home security products that operate more as deterrents to thieves rather than anything else. Most of these work off light, such as motion sensor lighting systems, which can be installed around the house. No thief wants to deal with lights illuminating his entry every step he takes and the lights also mean extra security for you when you get home, even if you’ve forgotten to turn on your porch light. Another effective home security product is timers for the lights inside. A few of these set to turn lights on and off at preset times can give the illusion that you're home, even if you're miles away. Again, things like this won’t stop a determined thief, but even a strong lock and a great security system won’t if the person is desperate enough. Still, whether you opt for the simple or complex, using one or all of these home security products will increase the chances a burglar will pick an easier target and leave you and your things safe.
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Sentry Safe X075 Security Safe,w/Electronic Lock,16-15/16 in.x14-9/16 in.x7-1/16 in. $94.12 Electronic Security Safe secures most laptops and other valuables from theft. Features electronic lock with override key and two live-locking bolts, removable shelf, carpeted floor, concealed hinges and armored steel construction for a formidable deterrent against theft and loss. Security cable offers access for a power cord and allows safe to be tethered for security. Safe includes bolt-down hard… |
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37-60Univ Art TV Mount $144.64 Articulating TV wall mount for 37″ to 60″ screens. Extends, swivels, and tilts for perfect screen positioning. Included bubble level aids in installation. Supports 132 lb., extends 6.234″ to 25.74″ from wall. Swivels to plus/minus 45. Tilts 15/-5. With cable management. Security padlocks included. Mounting surfaces: Concrete and wood. UL listed. Color: Gloss black. VESA compliant…. |
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Daymakers of Santa Barbara Small Shoulder Safe Wine Microfiber Slash proof steel cable in the strap security!The original Daymakers Vertical Microfiber Security Purse gives you more space for your travel essentials without packing a hefty bag.The attractive Daymakers Security Purse is another sure winner in a long line for the popular brand. The reason? Daymakers has a knack for designing pretty handbags that aren’t screaming tourist and at the same time, add… |
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Medialink – Wireless N Router – 802.11n – 150 Mbps – 2.4 Ghz – NEW Design w/ Internal Antenna $30.00 Medialink – Wireless N Broadband Router – 150 Mbps – 2.4 Ghz – 802.11nThis router is the perfect solution for adding a wireless network to your home or business. It fully complies with wireless standards and is guaranteed to work with any manufacturer’s 2.4Ghz wireless adapter and most manufacturers’ DSL/Cable modem. (May not be compatible with some Satellite modems including HughesNet)Specificati… |
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Medialink – Wireless N USB Adapter – 802.11n – 150Mbps – 2.4ghz – Windows 2000 / 2003 / XP 32-Bit and 64-Bit / Vista 32-Bit and 64-Bit / Windows 7 32-Bit and 64-Bit Compatible $19.88 Medialink – Wireless N USB Adapter – 802.11n 150Mbps* Compatible with any Brand 802.11g or 802.11n Router Using 2.4ghz Wavelength * Microsoft WHQL Certified * Supports WEP, WPA and WPA2 Security * Live US Based Customer Service Offering the ultimate in simplified Wi-Fi installation, Medialink’s 150Mbps Wireless N USB Adapter offers a simplified one click installation. Insert the CD, click “instal… |
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Cisco-Linksys WRT54GL Wireless-G Broadband Router $79.99 The Linksys Wireless-G Broadband Router is really three devices in one box. First, theres the Wireless Access Point, which lets you connect both screaming fast Wireless-G (802.11g at 54Mbps) and Wireless-B (802.11b at 11Mbps) devices to the network. Theres also a built-in 4-port full-duplex 10/100 Switch to connect your wired-Ethernet devices together. Connect four PCs directly, or attach more hub… |
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Lewis N. Clark Tsa Lockdown Triple Security Cable Lock Reduce zipper break-insSecure one or more bagsSecure luggage to fixed objects -Materials:… |
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DURAGADGET laptop security Combination lock and cable for Lenovo G550, t510 t410, Lenovo Ideapad S12 $8.99 Unattended laptops are ripe for the plucking, but a simple lock lock like this one can save your mobile investment. The cable slips clips into the ock slot found on all laptops and then wraps around the leg of a table or other immoveable object. Combination locks are handy because you don’t have to bring a key with you, The Laptop Combination Lock is made of aircraft grade, galvanized and multi-s… |
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SVAT CV502-4CH-002 Web Ready 4 Channel H.264 500GB HDD DVR Security System with Smart Phone Access and 4 Indoor/Outdoor Hi-Res Night Vision CCD Surveillance Cameras $647.99 Feature-rich and easy to use, the SVAT CV502-4CH-002 complete DVR security system has been specifically designed with the do-it-yourself consumer in mind. This kit includes a four channel DVR with a built-in 500GB hard drive, four indoor/outdoor hi-res night vision CCD cameras, and all the accessories needed to start monitoring your property immediately. In addition, the interactive coaching menu … |
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Ocean Potion Suncare Dark Tanning Xteme Intensifier with Instant Bronzer 8.5 fl oz (251 ml) $7.99 WIRELESS AIRDOCK 54G NETWORK USB INTERNET ADAPTER FOR APPLE MAC AirDock Mini turns any computer with an Ethernet port into a wireless capable machine, able to connect to and access Wi-Fi networks. We will include a Windows driver disk as well, so it is truely universal compatible with every computer you own The AirDock Mini lets you breathe new life in your older Mac models such as iBooks, G3′s,… |