Integrators describe VMS as the foundation upon which every other surveillance tool rests. A robust, cost-effective, open platform and scalable VMS system maximizes the operation of the entire video surveillance system. Avigilon and Milestone offer two top-notch VMS solutions. Choosing between them requires understanding their differences. In...
When Milestone developed XProtect in the late 1990s, the video surveillance landscape looked vastly different than today. CCTV and analog equipment prevailed, and black-and-white footage was the norm. Today’s sophisticated video surveillance systems feature more functionality. They offer everything from crystal clear, high-definition color video footage to...
Access Control models are an invaluable method of gate keeping for organizations of all sizes and backgrounds. To accommodate organizations of all kinds, there are several different types of access control models that can be configured to each organization’s unique needs. What are the most common...
You’ve got a commercial construction project that requires the services of a low voltage contractor. Whether it is a reorganization of an existing structured cabling system to accommodate growth, a simple network cabling installation, or a large project that includes the above and a whole...
Phoenix, Arizona-resident, Andy Gregg was in his backyard when he heard a voice he didn’t recognize talking inside the house. The source of the voice was his Nest Cam IQ security camera. The man speaking through the camera told him he was a white hat hacker with...