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The Truth about VLANs

The Truth about VLANs

A common misperception among security system integrators is the notion that an IP surveillance network must be separate and distinct from corporate or campus data, and the voice network. However, having a separate, distinct network for video surveillance comes with a price.

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Traditionally, homebuyers have been most interested in modern kitchens or high-tech home features. And for most homebuyers, a lock was just that… a lock.

George Zimmerman Caught Speeding in Forney Texas

THE George Zimmerman zooms through Texas...or at least tries to.



Legendary Roadside Diner Deploys Avigilon High Definition Surveillance System

Legendary Roadside Diner Deploys Avigilon High Definition Surveillance System

Redamak’s faces challenges ranging from theft to fraud to employee safety.

Can Demand Match Supply For Wireless In Mobile Video Surveillance

Can Demand Match Supply For Wireless In Mobile Video Surveillance

IHS tracked the current adoption rates of wireless download technology across each vertical market.

Starbucks Stores To Allow Customers to Carry Guns

Coffee chain refuses to ban loaded guns from its shops in gun-friendly states.

Secura Key Launches 2 Door Access Control Panel with Ethernet

Secura Key Launches 2 Door Access Control Panel with Ethernet

Redesign was driven by ACP’s 16-bit Hitachi main processor unit becoming obsolete.

SightLogix Smart Thermal Cameras Deliver Real Time Security for Correctional Facilities

SightLogix Smart Thermal Cameras Deliver Real Time Security for Correctional Facilities

SightLogix SightSensor on display Aug 9-14 at the American Correctional Association’s Congress of Corrections.

SMARTCORE Leverages Lumidigm Biometrics for South Korean Immigration Project

SMARTCORE Leverages Lumidigm Biometrics for South Korean Immigration Project

Multi-factor authentication stations employ multispectral imaging for simultaneous capture of two index fingers.

Voltage Security Comments on Largest US Data Breach

Voltage Security Comments on Largest US Data Breach

The risk is still here and demands a data-centric approach to security.

Circuit of the Americas Hosts Formula One with Community

Circuit of the Americas Hosts Formula One with Community

Race control systems, and basic audio and video systems, were chosen to upgrade and/or supplement the A/V systems in many areas.

Tyco Security Products Completes Acquisition of Exacq Technologies

Tyco Security Products Completes Acquisition of Exacq Technologies

Easy to use and install network video management solution complements and expands Tyco’s network video solutions offering.

Lincoln Memorial Vandalized with Green Paint

Lincoln Memorial Vandalized with Green Paint

American history is tampered with as statue of 16th American President is paint spattered.

Polaroid Cameras Stop POS Shrinkage As It Happens

Polaroid Cameras Stop POS Shrinkage As It Happens

Retailers need to quit thinking of surveillance systems as repositories of what’s been seen and recorded and, instead, think of cameras as sensors in a system.

Police X Ray Equipment Showed 94 Illegal Immigrants Trying to Infiltrate the United States

Police X Ray Equipment Showed 94 Illegal Immigrants Trying to Infiltrate the United States

Inhumane conditions create dangerous situation for migrants.

Tri Ed Technology Roadshow Coming to Dallas

Tri Ed Technology Roadshow Coming to Dallas

Dealers and integrators, mark your calendars for Thursday, September 12th.

Milestone Open Platform Video Integrated with Omnia Traffic Management for Galway City

Milestone Open Platform Video Integrated with Omnia Traffic Management for Galway City

XProtect software works with cameras, traffic lights and message boards.

TycoIS Awarded Contract Renewal by National Joint Powers Alliance

TycoIS Awarded Contract Renewal by National Joint Powers Alliance

Contract connects government, education and non-profit agencies with integrated security services.

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  • QCS7230 System-on-Chip (SoC)

    QCS7230 System-on-Chip (SoC)

    The latest Qualcomm® Vision Intelligence Platform offers next-generation smart camera IoT solutions to improve safety and security across enterprises, cities and spaces. The Vision Intelligence Platform was expanded in March 2022 with the introduction of the QCS7230 System-on-Chip (SoC), which delivers superior artificial intelligence (AI) inferencing at the edge.

  • 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.

  • 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.