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The Biometric Card - Next Evolution for ID Cards

The Biometric Card - Next Evolution for ID Cards

ID cards evolve from bar code to magnetic stripe to proximity to smart card and finally to the biometric card.

Types of Passwords Hackers Use for Their Own Accounts

Types of Passwords Hackers Use for Their Own Accounts

Since hackers bust through networks on a daily basis, it would make sense that they are password-generating superstars, but are they?

Smart Hoodie Could Add New Layer of Security

Smart Hoodie Could Add New Layer of Security

GSM radio sewn into sweatshirt allows different gestures to trigger different text messages to be sent to smartphone contact.



SecurityTronix Announces Free Download of Advanced Mobile App

Designed for company's DVRs and Hybrid DVR standalone recorders to allow more control of surveillance system in palm of users hand.

Privacy Concerns about Student Data Meets Big Parents

Privacy Concerns about Student Data Meets Big Parents

Parents of school children are standing up against Big Data when it comes to their children's personal information.

DRS Technologies' WatchMaster Thermal Camera Portfolio Now Available On Leading Building Design Software System

DRS Technologies Inc., a Finmeccanica Company, announced recently that its WatchMaster thermal camera specifications will be available to building designers using Autodesk Seek, a leading Building Information Modeling (BIM) web application accessible to Autodesk Revit users.

School Bully Changes His Ways with the Help of His Parents

School Bully Changes His Ways with the Help of His Parents

A second grader at Tournament Hills Elementary in Beaumont, California demonstrates what it means to go from bully to friend. (Awesome video included; a true must-see!)

Gunman Stopped by Students

Gunman Stopped by Students

Just a week before the end of the school year, a lone gunman riddles students with fear on Seattle Pacific University's campus.

How Safe are Your Secrets Online?

How Safe are Your Secrets Online?

Ways to make yourself a hard target by recognizing online vulnerabilities and ways to strengthen your defenses.

China to Punish Google, Apple and Microsoft for Spying

China to Punish Google, Apple and Microsoft for Spying

China's People's Daily, a state-operated media outlet, promises punishments as translated by Reuters.

Scan Wallpaper to Download Ebooks

Scan Wallpaper to Download Ebooks

Vodafone Romania and furniture retailer MobExpert merge the physical and digital world of reading, encouraging the use of mobile data.

The Token-less Solution to Eradicating Passwords

The Token-less Solution to Eradicating Passwords

In a world where security measures are always changing, but to date, have failed to keep our identities safe, what is the best way to keep our personal material truly secure?

SecurityTronix Announces HD-COAXINATOR Series

Series of high definition cameras and CVR digital video recorders that use the same coaxial cable, connectors and power plugs as a traditional analog CCTV system.

ONVIF and SIA Announce Memorandum of Understanding on Access Control Standards

Partnership within the security industry furthers the development of IP-based interoperability standards.

CBC AMERICA Corp Announces Promotion of Victor Milani

Former director, business development promoted to vice president, corporate strategy.

iOS 8 Adds TouchID Support for All Apps

iOS 8 Adds TouchID Support for All Apps

Just imagine unlocking your phone, buying apps and giving other apps permission to use your phone's fingerprint scanner for authentication.

Bicycle Thieves in San Francisco Could Become Twitter Celebrities

Bicycle Thieves in San Francisco Could Become Twitter Celebrities

City uses modern tools to crack down on bike thievery enabling police officers to make on-the-spot arrests.

IdentiSys Acquires Photo ID Systems and Supplies

Identification, emergency response, security solutions and on-site service provider expands Ohio customer base.

Featured

  • Securing the Future

    Two security experts sit down with Security Today’s editor in chief Ralph C. Jensen to discuss what they see emerging and changing over the next several years along with how security stakeholders can harness these innovations into opportunities. Read Now

  • Collaboration Made Easy Using a Work Management Platform

    Effective collaboration between security operators, teams and other departments is critical to the smooth functioning of organizations. Yet, as organizations grow in complexity, it becomes more difficult for teams to coordinate with each other. This is compounded by staffing shortages, turnover and ineffective collaboration tools. Read Now

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    Managing and supporting locks and door hardware within a facility is a big responsibility. A building’s security needs to change over time as occupancy and use demands evolve, which can make it even more challenging. Read Now

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New Products

  • Compact IP Video Intercom

    Viking’s X-205 Series of intercoms provide HD IP video and two-way voice communication - all wrapped up in an attractive compact chassis.

  • PE80 Series

    PE80 Series by SARGENT / ED4000/PED5000 Series by Corbin Russwin

    ASSA ABLOY, a global leader in access solutions, has announced the launch of two next generation exit devices from long-standing leaders in the premium exit device market: the PE80 Series by SARGENT and the PED4000/PED5000 Series by Corbin Russwin. These new exit devices boast industry-first features that are specifically designed to provide enhanced safety, security and convenience, setting new standards for exit solutions. The SARGENT PE80 and Corbin Russwin PED4000/PED5000 Series exit devices are engineered to meet the ever-evolving needs of modern buildings. Featuring the high strength, security and durability that ASSA ABLOY is known for, the new exit devices deliver several innovative, industry-first features in addition to elegant design finishes for every opening.

  • ComNet CNGE6FX2TX4PoE

    The ComNet cost-efficient CNGE6FX2TX4PoE is a six-port switch that offers four Gbps TX ports that support the IEEE802.3at standard and provide up to 30 watts of PoE to PDs. It also has a dedicated FX/TX combination port as well as a single FX SFP to act as an additional port or an uplink port, giving the user additional options in managing network traffic. The CNGE6FX2TX4PoE is designed for use in unconditioned environments and typically used in perimeter surveillance.