I've reviewed security systems from all major brands. Here are my most important recommendations when you're ready to set up your own.

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Purchasing a home security system once required having a technician come into your house to punch holes in your walls, then snake wires to every door and window ...

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Tyler has worked on, lived with and tested all types of smart home and security technology for over a dozen years, explaining the latest features, privacy tricks, and top recommendations. With degrees ...

While cybercrime is growing, and grabbing most of the headlines recently, physical crime hasn't gone away. Over 2 million homes and apartments in the USA are broken into each year. The price isn't ...

The fire alarm industry is full of rules. I’ve previously explained each of the six categories of rules, which apply, respectively, to manufacturers, what to install, how to install, to individuals, ...

Professional security systems aren’t cheap. Not only are they expensive to have installed, they often require expensive monthly fees – which can quickly add up over the years. Thankfully, homeowners ...

Home security products are no longer niche investments for the neighborhood’s most luxurious homes. With major brands offering services and products for record-low prices, there are smart security ...