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Home » Home Security | By Patricia Deiparine @ Friday, 6th April 2007 @ 5:03 PM

Personal safety greatly depends on being aware of and trusting your instincts. When something feels uncomfortable or unsafe, taking action as soon as possible can keep you and your loved ones safe. These suspicious feelings have many names, instincts, gut feelings, intuition, vibes, or sixth sense. These feelings keep you safe when you obey them. They are an internal warning device. Everybody has instincts. Your ability to hear them and obey them increases with awareness. Your gut... more...

Home » Home Security | By Johnny Jenkins @ Tuesday, 3rd April 2007 @ 1:36 PM

Sally and Fred own a beautiful stretch of land outside of town. On the land are a small house, a pond, and trees all the way up to the house. There are shrubbery and flowers planted close to the house to present a natural setting. It is a very quiet and peaceful place. Just perfect for relaxing and enjoying nature. Their nearest neighbor is at least a mile down the road. There is a long stretch of driveway leading up to their house. The house has many windows with natural vegetation cov... more...

Home » Home Security | By Patricia Deiparine @ Monday, 2nd April 2007 @ 3:52 PM

Crime statistics and studies by insurance companies show that certain types of homes and neighborhoods are more vulnerable to crime. Could your home be vulnerable to burglary? If your home fits any of these descriptions, you may want to consider ways to improve home security and develop a crime prevention plan to keep your family safe. - You live in a ground-floor apartment. - Your home is surrounded by thick foliage and trees. - The windows and doors of your home ar... more...

Home » Home Security | By Dean Caporella @ Friday, 30th March 2007 @ 2:56 PM

Security camera reviews are a great way to get a guide on particular camera models or manufacturers. After all, if you are considering either a home or business security camera system, then you want to guage what others are saying about particular systems. Cost effective security coverage would be the first option for most home and business owners who are looking to add protection to their properties via an eye in the sky. Let's take a look at some excellent security camera systems w... more...

Home » Home Security | By Patricia Deiparine @ Monday, 26th March 2007 @ 5:12 PM

I get questions all the time about the effectiveness of pepper spray or tear gas for self-defense. The answer is that these self defense tools are very effective in the hands of a person who knows how to use it. These devices are considered "non-lethal" personal self-defense weapons. You must know that possession of defense spray items may be restricted or illegal in some states and cannot be carried onto airplanes (allowed in checked in luggage) and into certain buildings. more...

Home » Home Security | By Dean Caporella @ Tuesday, 20th March 2007 @ 2:58 PM

Home security cameras are almost an essential part of a home make-up yet many people choose to have little or no security coverage simply for budget reasons. There are many styles of home security cameras on the market today including some that are considered cheap; in fact, they don't come much cheaper than a fake security camera designed to act as a deterrent but providing no "eye in the sky" value at all. With these, you just have to hope the intruder is dumb enough not to... more...

Home » Home Security | By Matt OConnor @ Friday, 9th March 2007 @ 4:28 PM

With the increase of hurricanes in the caribbean area, it's becoming more and more essential to own or at least know how to make hurricane shutters. It seems that too many people rely on the forecasts of these hurricanes and figure that this will give them enough time to get out of the way of these destructive beasts. The truth is that even the finest technology can be caught unawares and so it's better to take some precautions and make sure your home is prepared for the absolute worst... more...

Home » Home Security | By CHARLES MCLEAN @ Thursday, 8th March 2007 @ 4:13 PM

Babysitter surveillance is becoming more and more popular these days. Many families use babysitters and nannies because it is often more affordable than day care. It also allows children to stay in the comfort of their own home where they can play with their own toys and sleep in their own beds. Although many parents go through an intense interview and selection process for the best babysitter or nanny they still have an uneasy feel about entrusting their children's lives with this indiv... more...

Home » Home Security | By CHARLES MCLEAN @ Tuesday, 6th March 2007 @ 1:05 PM

No matter what type of business you are in there is usually a situation in which you need to record a phone conversation. This could be because you are a journalist and hold telephone interviews or you may be working with an individual in a different city and recording the phone call is much easier than taking notes. The main reason for recording a phone call is to save both sides of the conversation either for personal use or business use. Digital phone recorders make recording your ... more...

Home » Home Security | By CHARLES MCLEAN @ Wednesday, 28th February 2007 @ 12:39 PM

More and more often today people are getting into the security industries multi-billion dollar a year business that is growing faster and faster as Americans progress thru life. It is not uncommon for someone to walk down a city street either in uptown New York City or backwoods Kansas and look up and see that someone, or should I say something is watching them and every move they make. Yes, in today's world people have become not paranoid, but possibly insecure about whom they th... more...

Home » Home Security | By CHARLES MCLEAN @ Monday, 26th February 2007 @ 7:10 PM

Personal protection and safety is a concern for everyone. With personal crime on the rise all over the United States, it does not matter if you live in a big city or a small community; you are at risk. From being mugged at an ATM machine, to being assaulted on your daily run, even familiar places are dangerous. This is because criminals watch for the right moments to attack. The number one thing you can do to stay safe is simple. Be aware. This means even when you are in a familiar situa... more...

Home » Home Security | By CHARLES MCLEAN @ Wednesday, 21st February 2007 @ 9:36 AM

As disheartening as the thought is, it makes sense to carry a personal protection device with you. If you are considering making this decision, you probably have questions. When it comes to self-defense weapons, it is smart to inform yourself on some basic knowledge. In this way, you will be far better prepared to decide which devices and/or weapons are right for you. Before you begin, it is essential to ask yourself the following questions. 1. Is the device/weapon you are cons... more...

Home » Home Security | By Dean Caporella @ Tuesday, 20th February 2007 @ 5:32 PM

Home security cameras have become a powerful weapon in the fight against crime and while they don't guard your home in a physical sense, their ability to cast a watchful eye over your most valuable possession and their deterrent aspect make home security cameras a worthwhile investment. The difficulty with most home owners is choosing the right level of protection to suit their needs. You need to consider and analyse what area you live in; is your home on a main thoroughfare and expo... more...

Home » Home Security | By Lesley Chew @ Wednesday, 14th February 2007 @ 9:03 PM

Nothing is more important than having you and your family safe and comfortable in your house. However, nowadays when you flip open the newspapers, you can see stories and news about violence and crimes happening everywhere. Hence protecting your family has become increasingly important and installing a home surveillance security camera can ensure that your family is secure at home. With the enhancing technology, there is no doubt a huge array of sophisticated home surveillance security ca... more...

Home » Home Security | By Bill Wallmuller @ Tuesday, 13th February 2007 @ 9:42 PM

"The best place to hide anything is in plain sight!" "What", do you say? You're pulling our legs, aren't you?" "Just what do you mean, in plain site? Wouldn't that make it easier for robbers and thieves to find my valuables?" Not really, let me explain. In plain site is not where robbers and thieves to expect to find hidden valuables, and if you hide your valuables in a diversion safe in plain site, it's like a cloaking... more...

Home » Home Security | By Bowe Packer @ Thursday, 8th February 2007 @ 7:01 PM

We view our homes as our castles and for this rationality we want to protect our home life, not to mention our families. There are many ways that we can go about this chore of protecting our homes. These methods include security cameras, driveway alarms, home security systems, and security guards from known security companies. While these are all very good choices to make, you sometimes need more self-assurance and a security company might be the right answer. Among the many different c... more...

Home » Home Security | By Lesley Chew @ Thursday, 25th January 2007 @ 10:57 PM

What is the use of a fake security camera? It is probably an excellent solution to your home security system if you do not have the money to install a real security camera in your home. Good home security systems can be really expensive but yet having such a system in place is important if you want to protect your family and your property. By using a fake security camera, would-be thieves will be tricked and hence deterred as a result of thinking that your home is protected. Thus it is a... more...

Home » Home Security | By Chris Marshall @ Wednesday, 24th January 2007 @ 11:58 AM

Most burglaries occur when a property is empty so when you go away, even if just for one night, then it is important to take steps to reduce the risk of your property being burgled. Empty properties are targeted because it mean the burglar has less chance of being disturbed and can therefore spend more time searching through your property for what they want. By taking steps to stop your property from appearing empty you can reduce the risk of becoming a victim of domestic burglary. more...

Home » Home Security | By Chris Marshall @ Wednesday, 24th January 2007 @ 11:57 AM

Some individuals actually get pleasure from making malicious phone calls to other people. These calls can be silent, offensive or malicious but ultimately can cause the call receiver to suffer from anxiety, fear and inconvenience. Such calls are a crime under the Telecommunications Act and callers committing such offences can be jailed for up to six months. Most mailicious calls are random and one-offs, with the caller simply dialling a random number in search of a reaction to their call... more...

Home » Home Security | By Chris Marshall @ Wednesday, 24th January 2007 @ 11:47 AM

Burglaries on properties when the occupiers are in are very rare, however they do happen from time to time, usually at night when the household is expected to be asleep. Despite this being a very rare occurance, you should think about what you would do to protect yourself and your family should you ever find yourself in this situation. Think ahead - Although it's extremely rare to happen, think about what you would do if you thought you had an intruder in the house. If you think now ... more...