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Burglar Alarm Systems – Some Clarifications

The purpose of burglar alarm systems is obvious. When armed they detect if someone tries to enter your home, by sending a signal to a monitoring command center. The command center has “operators” standing by, similar to “911? operators, typically … Continue reading

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Burglar Alarm Systems – How They Work

Burglar alarms systems work by sending an electronic signal to the monitoring company “command center”, over some kind of phone line, when some kind of trigger mechanism sets off the alarm. The main kinds of trigger mechanisms are: 1. Door … Continue reading

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How To Let Burglars Know When You’re Not Home

Facebook has a new feature called “Facebook Places”, where you can “check in” your location with your cell phone. Even more startling is that your Friends can “check you in”! Hardly a better way to let the whole world of … Continue reading

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