Prevent Theft with Security Systems

Security cameras installed for New Year's Eve remain on Main Street
WIS
The Columbia Police Department says since January the cameras have cut down 25% of the crime on Main Street. Carey Shealy works for Statewide Security Systems, the company that installed each camera. "We've caught just about everything on video that's …

Mother suspected of child abuse 'is caught on hospital security camera …
Daily Mail
Police told WSOCTV.com that doctors had been suspicious of Parlier for some time and had just moved Naomi into a room equipped with a surveillance camera earlier that day. The baby remains in hospital and is in a stable condition, police told WBTV.

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FOX 5 Investigates: Some Metro Security Cameras Failing, Due for Replacement
MyFox Washington DC
By SHERRI LY/myfoxdc WASHINGTON – Security cameras meant to fight crime on Metro may not be doing the job. Our FOX 5 investigation found cameras on buses and in stations broken for months and even years without being fixed.
700 assaults, disturbances on three Metro routesSeattle Post Intelligencer

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Home surveillance cameras grow more popular as accessibility increases
KHOU
by Jeremy Desel / KHOU 11 News HOUSTON – Home security cameras are inexpensive, easy to install and crucial in helping solve crimes, investigators said. “When you have video, good video, that increases your solvability rate more than 50 percent,” said …

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Elite Security Service's Home Security Systems with Advanced Motion Detection …
PR Web (press release)
The Canadian customers of Elite Security Services can now enjoy the benefits of the new motion detection device by installing their home security systems. This new device has gained immense popularity in the United States over the last few months.

Security cameras track shopper preferences?
SmartPlanet.com (blog)
By Charlie Osborne | February 3, 2012, 3:32 AM PST Security cameras in retail outlets are an accepted part of the shopping experience. You expect to be monitored, and the footage is generally only used to bring shoplifters or those that cause a public …

Advantages of a Wireless Security System
PR Web (press release)
While there are multiple security system options available in the market today, Alarm.com offers five reasons why a wireless home security system is the superior option when it comes to providing homeowners with the peace of mind that their homes can …

Hackers outwit online banking identity security systems
BBC News
After logging in to the bank's real site, account holders are being tricked by the offer of training in a new "upgraded security system". Money is then moved out of the account but this is hidden from the user. Experts say customers should follow …
New malware attacks target online bankingUPI.com

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Google introduces 'Bouncer' security system to keep malware out of the Android …
BGR
The drop comes as security companies have been reporting that instances of malicious applications are on the rise. Google also said Android is designed to prevent malware from doing any critical damage. “In addition to using new services to help …
Android Market security: An interview with Android's VP of engineeringComputerworld (blog)
Google outlines Bouncer service for Android malware, touts lack thereofSlashGear
Google Gets Serious About Android Security, Now Auto-Scans App Market For MalwareForbes
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Security Manager's Journal: Should physical security belong to us?
Computerworld
So, from a practical perspective, the question becomes "Should IT own physical security?" Normally, at least in my experience, the Facilities department owns and manages the door access, alarm systems and surveillance cameras.

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