Author: Bob Mesnik

Comparison of Integrated Security Management Software

Security Software that Integrates Management of IP Surveillance Cameras, Door Access Control, Visitor Management, and More.

Integration of Security Management
Integration of Security Management

The latest security management software products create an integrated and centralized security platform that allows security personnel to manage multiple security technologies. Security systems, including surveillance cameras, access control, intercoms, and visitor management, can be managed through a single software system. This integrated management system enhances the effectiveness of security systems.  

This article compares integrated management systems that support multiple classes of equipment.

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Technical Jokes and Cartoons – 133

Cartoon Bowling Dog

Getting Older

  • Long ago, when men cursed and beat the ground with sticks, it was called witchcraft. Today, it’s called golf.
  • Eventually, you will reach a point when you stop lying about your age and start bragging about it.
  • The older we get, the fewer things seem worth waiting in line for.
  • Some people try to turn back their odometers. Not me, I want people to know “why” I look this way. I’ve travelled a long way, and some of the roads weren’t paved.
  • How old would you be if you didn’t know how old you are?
  • When you are dissatisfied and would like to go back to youth, think of Algebra.
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Advances in IP Surveillance Cameras

Key Technological Advances in IP Camera Systems

Advances in Surveillance Cameras
Advances in Surveillance Cameras

Advances in Image Quality, High Resolution Sensors, and Low-Light Performance

Surveillance camera technology has changed quite a lot since the 1940s, when they were first introduced. The first cameras were analog systems that used cathode ray and vidicon tubes to capture an image. With the introduction of solid-state circuits and sensors, surveillance cameras became significantly more powerful and effective.  

This article describes the evolution of IP Camera Systems and how it has increased security and safety.

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Increasing Workplace Safety

Threats are increasing, and so are Security Systems such as AI-enhanced Cameras and improved Access Control Systems

Workplace Safety
Workplace Safety

Businesses and other establishments are increasing security measures as a result of recent shootings and targeted high-profile incidents. Organizations have added more security personnel, surveillance camera systems, door access control, visitor management systems, and even enlisted the help of gun-detection dogs.

This article reviews the measures that many organizations are taking to improve their security.

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A Guide to Access Control Systems

What is the Best Access Control System

Access Control System
Access Control System

Door access control systems are a crucial security addition for many organizations. Schools realize that access control can protect students and teachers, while hospitals are concerned that their facility is secure. Businesses install access control to protect employees, equipment, and the facility.

Implementing an access control system is a strategic move that enhances security, streamlines operations, and ensures organizational compliance.

This article reviews how to select the best access control system for your organization.

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The Real Cost of Access Control

What is the cost of an Access Control System?

The Real Cost of Access Control
Determine the Cost of Access Control

Like many other products, you can find inexpensive door control devices on Amazon, but it’s essential to know what you’re getting and whether it meets your requirements. If you search online, you might find a door access control kit for $80 to $125 per door. At first glance, that sounds like a bargain. But before clicking “Buy Now,” it’s essential to ask: Is that the real cost of an access control system?

Let’s take a closer look.

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Power Challenges in Today’s Security Environment

AI Servers to IP Cameras, Access Control, and IP Paging: Power is Critical

Power for Security Systems
Power for Security Systems

We benefit from AI-enhanced camera systems that quickly warn us of dangerous situations. We sometimes forget that power is the lifeblood of modern computing systems. Whether it’s a single computer on a desk or a massive server farm running cloud services and artificial intelligence (AI) workloads, power keeps the digital world operating.

This article examines how Power has become a crucial factor in computer and security systems.

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How To Select the Lens for Your IP Camera System

What is the Best Lens for Your Surveillance Camera

Camera Lens election
Camera Lens election

The camera lens is a key component of your IP Camera System. It determines the desired field of view, clarity, and day/night performance of your surveillance camera. Many cameras come with a lens, so there’s a wide selection of cameras that include the correct lens for your application.

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