Wireless Networks


Wireless Infrastructure Gear Set to More than Double by 2016

Wireless Infrastructure Market Set to More than Double by 2016

The global market for wireless infrastructure gear used for video surveillance applications is set to more than double from 2011 to 2016, with a significant amount of growth driven by demand for low-cost systems in emerging economies.

Eleven Smartphone Habits to Increase Security

Eleven Smartphone Habits to Increase Security

Use this advice to develop habits to create a personal smartphone security plan that is right for you.

Fluidmesh Announces New Staff Members

Fluidmesh Announces New Staff Members

Fluidmesh Networks welcomes Andre Duncan and Tom Goodman to the company.

Not the Typical Home Guard Dog

Not the Typical Home Guard Dog

A new system that will bring home security right to your iPhone.

Cellular Challenges

Cellular Challenges

Connection of industrial network devices with a cellular modem can be challenging. In most cases, industrial network devices are operating backwards from how typical consumers utilize an Internet connection over a cellular modem.

Mobile Discussion

Mobile Discussion

As they use mobile applications in other aspects of their lives, students entering the workforce will fuel demand for increased use of their smartphones.

Preserving Agriculture

A large agriculture operation in central South Dakota selected Dakota Security Systems to deploy an IP video surveillance system consisting of two HD megapixel indoor dome cameras and 12 HD megapixel exterior dome cameras from IQinVision.

Android Network Created to Study Cyber Disruptions

Sandia National Laboratories in California have turned to smartphones and other hand-held computing devices to help prevent and mitigate disruptions to computer networks on the Internet as part of ongoing research.



The Great Outdoors

New IP-based surveillance solutions leverage advanced wireless protocols and solar power to allow property owners to extend the reach of their surveillance system without the expense.

Change is Constant

In wireless technology, change is the only constant. Today’s world contains many technologies that are considered to be “high-tech,” and wireless technology definitely qualifies.

Report: 34 Percent of IT Pros Have BYOD Policies in Place

InformationWeek Reports, a service provider for peer-based IT Research and analysis, has released the results of its 2012 Alternative Application Delivery Survey. The survey polled nearly 500 IT pros.

Comtrol Releases RocketLinx PoE Switch for Security Applications

Comtrol Corporation, a manufacturer of industrial device communication products, has released the RocketLinx ES7106-VB industrial Power over Ethernet (PoE) switch.

Girl Scouts Joins U.S. DHS Cybersecurity Campaign

Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) announced today that it has joined a national initiative developed by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to raise awareness about cybersecurity.

Anti-Spam Tools Fall Short as Enterprises Hit Hard by Phishing Attacks

Enterprise users receive unfiltered phishing messages nearly every day of the week, and most of them are not properly trained to recognize or safely react to them, according to new survey data released today by PhishMe.

Tyco Integrated Security Achieves Silver Certification from Cisco in U.S.

Tyco Integrated Security has achieved Silver Certification from Cisco®. To earn Silver Certification, Tyco had to meet rigorous standards for networking competency, service, support and customer satisfaction set forth by Cisco.

Large Agricultural Operation Deploys IQinVision

A large agricultural operation in central South Dakota has deployed an advanced IP surveillance system, powered by IQinVision HD megapixel cameras and Milestone network video management software.

Lookingglass Integrates iSIGHT's Cyber Threat Analysis

Lookingglass Cyber Solutions, a cyber security company whose platform delivers emerging network threat intelligence, will integrate iSIGHT’s industry leading cyber intelligence with the Lookingglass' cyber threat analysis platform, ScoutVision.

Mining Company in Philippines Deploys RADWIN Wireless Broadband

The Xstrata Sagittarius Mining Company in the Philippines deployed the RADWIN 2000 point-to-point systems to connect its offices and provide voice and data backhaul between the offices and tower relay sites.

Donated Wireless Security Systems Improving Odds for Habitat for Humanity

Habitat for Humanity of Broward was hit hard when thieves stole dozens of power and hand tools from a large container at the charity’s Fort Lauderdale construction site in late June.

Ixia to Acquire BreakingPoint Systems

Ixia, a leading, global provider of converged IP and wireless network test and visibility solutions, announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire BreakingPoint Systems, Inc.

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  • Camden CM-221 Series Switches

    Camden CM-221 Series Switches

    Camden Door Controls is pleased to announce that, in response to soaring customer demand, it has expanded its range of ValueWave™ no-touch switches to include a narrow (slimline) version with manual override. This override button is designed to provide additional assurance that the request to exit switch will open a door, even if the no-touch sensor fails to operate. This new slimline switch also features a heavy gauge stainless steel faceplate, a red/green illuminated light ring, and is IP65 rated, making it ideal for indoor or outdoor use as part of an automatic door or access control system. ValueWave™ no-touch switches are designed for easy installation and trouble-free service in high traffic applications. In addition to this narrow version, the CM-221 & CM-222 Series switches are available in a range of other models with single and double gang heavy-gauge stainless steel faceplates and include illuminated light rings. 3

  • A8V MIND

    A8V MIND

    Hexagon’s Geosystems presents a portable version of its Accur8vision detection system. A rugged all-in-one solution, the A8V MIND (Mobile Intrusion Detection) is designed to provide flexible protection of critical outdoor infrastructure and objects. Hexagon’s Accur8vision is a volumetric detection system that employs LiDAR technology to safeguard entire areas. Whenever it detects movement in a specified zone, it automatically differentiates a threat from a nonthreat, and immediately notifies security staff if necessary. Person detection is carried out within a radius of 80 meters from this device. Connected remotely via a portable computer device, it enables remote surveillance and does not depend on security staff patrolling the area. 3

  • ResponderLink

    ResponderLink

    Shooter Detection Systems (SDS), an Alarm.com company and a global leader in gunshot detection solutions, has introduced ResponderLink, a groundbreaking new 911 notification service for gunshot events. ResponderLink completes the circle from detection to 911 notification to first responder awareness, giving law enforcement enhanced situational intelligence they urgently need to save lives. Integrating SDS’s proven gunshot detection system with Noonlight’s SendPolice platform, ResponderLink is the first solution to automatically deliver real-time gunshot detection data to 911 call centers and first responders. When shots are detected, the 911 dispatching center, also known as the Public Safety Answering Point or PSAP, is contacted based on the gunfire location, enabling faster initiation of life-saving emergency protocols. 3