1. Better quality of picture. Digital CCTV cameras have a much higher clarity and resolution than the old systems which used tape. This could be the distinction between a criminal getting away scott free and being able to recognize him “on tape.” The picture quality is calculated in megapixels, which would be the number of dots that comprise the picture.  Although you can find old CCTV video cameras that record to a DVR (Digital Video Recorder), this type of hybrid system actually converts the data from analogue to digital and back again in order to play the footage back. This degrades the picture even more. A CCTV camera always keeps the data in digital format, so it stays perfectly clear.

2.   Scalability. It’s easy to add more CCTV video cameras into a setup that already exists. Digital CCTV systems network together easily with network cable, and use the same kind of Ethernet cable which computer networks run on. Therefore, you can usually find a network to tap into that has already been established, which makes it super easy to add on extra cameras. In contrast, analogue CCTV cameras each require their own dedicated able to be run back to the home system.

3. Remote access. When you use a networked IP CCTV system, you can contract a third-party company to monitor your premises. It’s quite simple and you don’t even have to add on much new hardware. This can save you quite a lot of money, being able to outsource security, as opposed to an analogue system where you would most likely have to employ someone to physically sit and look at the security monitors.

Obviously, a digital CCTV camera kit can offer quite a few advantages over the old-fashioned analogue video camera systems. By adding in the capability of existing computer networks, you get better quality recordings, as well as a system that is easier to expand when future needs demand. When you factor in the cost savings of being able to out-source the monitoring to inexpensive third-party security companies, you begin to understand the reasons for CCTV being so popular nowadays.

There is actually a lot that families should do that have nothing to do with the alarm system; consider getting wood or bars to secure window, exterior flood lights or even a simple sign that says you have an alarm system.  Once you decide you need a system now comes the time to balance cost versus security.  Do you want to secure to exterior, interior or both of the house?  How about each window and door or just the ones on the lower level of the house?

These, and many others, are great to discuss with a professional security alarm system company.  They will be able to help you understand the basics you will need as well as some nice to haves.  Just remember that after a home invasion you may have the thought of locking your house down tighter than Fort Knox, but that’s not necessary.

Once you find the right system you should also make sure you have a remote monitoring service, this will allow your family an additional layer of protection.  Once the alarm goes off most intruders will flee and won’t enter your home, the monitoring service will phone you to see if there has been an intrusion and what the next course of action is.  You should also notify the police department that you have a new or activated home security system.

Between the new burglar alarm, the monitoring system and the police at your fingertips you should start to regain that sense of personal security.  Between the new burglar alarm, the monitoring system and the police at your fingertips you should start to regain that sense of personal security.  You also increase your home security by getting and installing one of the many discount standard safes that are available on the market.