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Welcome to the Home Security Newsletter (3/11/2010). In this edition we have included news, articles and videos. You can find more resources on our website: 101HomeSecurity.com.

Home Security News

Buffett’s salary unchanged, but security costs up (AP via Yahoo! News)
Warren Buffett brought home less pay than Berkshire Hathaway’s chief financial officer again last year, but the company is paying more to protect the billionaire these days. (More)

PC for R&D unit in CISF for security techniques (Press Trust of India)
Ghaziabad (UP), Mar 10 (PTI) Home Minister P Chidambaram today advocated a “brawn and brains” approach to be adopted by the security forces for protecting vital installations like airports, space and nuclear establishments. (More)

Home Security Articles

ADT Monitoring Surveillance Cameras
Today surveillance cameras are used in every household. This can help to overcome domestic violence or any kind of break-in which might disturb us. There can be unfortunate times when our children can be at a greater risk when they are alone at homes. (More)

Solar Security Lights
Are you worried about security around your home or property. Have you thought about adding extra exterior lights for that added security, but are worried about the rising costs of electricity. Well I have the solution for you! You need to check out solar lights for your security lighting needs. (More)

Choosing the Right Security Fencing
If you require security fencing for the exterior of your home, office or other work premises, there are several factors to take into consideration. The level of security that your fencing needs to provide is an important decision, not only from a security point of view but also from a cost point of view. (More)

Everything You Need To Know About A Home Security System
A home security system can be very effective in guarding your home and possibly even saving lives. But before you acquire a home security system it is valuable to know their differences and how they o… (More)

Make Your Home Safer By Using the Right Outdoor Lighting
If you use the right outdoor lighting in the right way it will make your home safer. You will sleep better at night knowing that your family is well secluded. However, if you do not use this form of l… (More)

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Dear 101HomeSecurity.com Readers,

Welcome to the Home Security Newsletter (3/6/2010). In this edition we have included news, articles and videos. You can find more resources on our website: 101HomeSecurity.com.

Home Security News

Home security to be topic of luncheon (Port Clinton News Herald)
PORT CLINTON — Bernie Stone from ADT will present a program on fall prevention, medical alert systems and home security at noon March 15 in the Magruder Hospital Conference Center. (More)

Home Security Videos

Solar Powered Wireless Home Security Camera – DIY Project

Video tutorial showing how to make your own solar-powered wireless security camera using an off-the-shelf solar panel and any wireless webcam. Supporting details at: jakeludington.com

Home Security Articles

Locksmith – For More Than Lost Keys
It is definitely not easy to get into any home when you do not have a key. It is exceptionally frustrating when the place you want to get into is your own home. Don’t let this happen to you again. Get a replacement key for your home, so that you won’t be left out in the cold. (More)

What is a Locksmith and What Are His Services?
How do you define a profession like a locksmith. Imagine a workman that does not have any set hours. What other job would have you legally breaking in to a home with the owner eager for you to do your job. Hopefully this article answers some of your curiosity regarding this unique job. (More)

How To Protect Your Home
Everybody gets anxious about the security of their homes and families. The question is: how can you make your home secure without turning it into Fort Knox? The sad fact is that, if someone is… (More)

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Dear 101HomeSecurity.com Readers,

Welcome to the Home Security Newsletter (2/25/2010). In this edition we have included news, articles and videos. You can find more resources on our website: 101HomeSecurity.com.

Home Security News

Police warn of man posing as security person (The Biloxi Sun Herald)
PASCAGOULA — Police are warning residents to be on the lookout for a man who posed as a security person and attempted to get inside a 74-year-old woman’s home, telling her he’d been sent over to change the home alarm’s security codes, Pascagoula Police Lt. Davy Davis said. The man was wearing a brown jacket with a security badge and had a briefcase with “security” stamped on it when he went to … (More)

Murder sparks rush for home security (Brisbane Times)
Deadlock sales in Bundaberg quadruple in wake of Trinity Bates murder. (More)

Brink’s Home Security Holdings, Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2009 Financial Results (PR Newswire via Yahoo! Finance)
Brink’s Home Security Holdings, Inc. , a premier provider of monitored security services in North America, now operating under the brand Broadview Security, today reported financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2009. (More)

Even at Home; Security is a Growing Concern for the Elderly (PRWeb via Yahoo! News)
All Home Security releases tips on recognizing and preventing elder abuse (More)

Home Security Articles

Important Things You Should Know About Home Security
The increasing number of burglary and theft cases has led to the growth of home security technologies. This industry continued to flourish through increases in demand and production levels. Through these technologies, different homeowners can start protecting their hard-earned investments and keeping all their precious belongings safe. (More)

How to Choose a Locksmith Company
Choosing a professional, trustworthy locksmith company is an important decision for any home or business owner who needs security or locksmith work done to the property. Not only will the quality of the lock and the lock’s security depend on the professionalism that is brought to the project, but the owner will know that the lock has come from a secure, trustworthy source if he or she chooses a great quality, professional locksmith company. (More)

Benefits of Home Video Surveillance
The need for security in people’s homes, offices and other property has never been greater. One of the best ways to take care of your property is with hosted video surveillance, which is an off-site video security system. What this means it that if you’re worried about storing masses of footage, and afraid that this footage itself might be at risk of theft, you can keep it stored digitally in a server far away, with back-up copies also made. (More)

Fire Alarm Systems: Yet Another Attempt Of Home Security Measures
Fire can break out in your home for a variety of reasons. One of the primary reasons include bursting of gas cylinders while cooking. It not only injures the concerned person who is cooking but also a… (More)

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Dear 101HomeSecurity.com Readers,

Welcome to the Home Security Newsletter (2/17/2010). In this edition we have included news, articles and videos. You can find more resources on our website: 101HomeSecurity.com.

Home Security News

Brink’s Home Security Holdings, Inc. to Report Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2009 Financial Results (PR Newswire via Yahoo! Finance)
Brink’s Home Security Holdings, Inc. , now operating under the brand, Broadview Security, will release its fourth quarter and full year 2009 results before the market opens on Wednesday, February 24, 2010. (More)

India Promises Foolproof Security To Visiting Sportspersons (INO News)
(RTTNews) – India’s Home Minister P. Chidambaram promised full security to sportspersons visiting the country even as he outrightly dismissed Pak-based terror outfit Harkat-ul-Jehadi Islami’s (HuJI) threat to harm international cricketers and hockey players traveling to India. (More)

Home security event in Colchester (Gazette News)
SEVEN home security surveys were carried out on a Colchester estate as part of a crime reduction event. (More)

Home Security Articles

Home Security – A Serious Issue
Security should be at the forefront of every homeowners mind and with the increase in burglaries throughout the UK, making your home as secure as possible is extremely important. Burglar alarms are widely available and price should not be a factor, but even if price is a factor there are some competitive deals out there so there is no reason for you not to have sufficient security for your home. (More)

Where Can Wireless Home Alarms Be Used?
There are two main types of alarm devices namely the conventional wired alarms and the modern and more sophisticated wireless systems. The wireless home security system utilizes the passing of data from the various sensors installed all over the house to the control panel. Both systems have their pros and cons but in recent years the wireless alarms have become more popular because of their ease of use. (More)

Various Types of Residential Security Systems
Knowing that your home is wired gives you a good night’s sleep and the burglar a hard night on the streets. Ever since residential alarm systems hit the market home owners have diligently checked, compared and tried out everything from the most effective to the least cumbersome security measures. Their final verdict when it comes to residential security systems is “hassle free security”. (More)

24-Hour Emergency Garage Door Repair in New Jersey Serving Bergen County, Passaic County, Essex County, Hudson County, Union County, Morris County
Quick, efficient and professional services from experts in garage doors. 24-hour emergency garage door repair services are a valuable resource when you have automated garage doors and gates installed… (More)

Friendly Neighbors Increases Safety at Home
Our Home is where we spend most of our time with our loved ones. Home is where one should feel comfortable in their own space and not be threatened by any outsiders. When someone enters our home it m… (More)

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Dear 101HomeSecurity.com Readers,

Welcome to the Home Security Newsletter (2/10/2010). In this edition we have included news, articles and videos. You can find more resources on our website: 101HomeSecurity.com.

Home Security News

DRC: Parents keep children at home amid security fears in Dongo (AlertNet)
Source: IRIN Schools in Dongo, Equateur Province, in western Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the scene of inter-ethnic clashes from October to December 2009, are still closed because parents are worried about security, despite a call for their reopening by the provincial government. (More)

Oklahoma couple thanks Jacksonville-based security company employee for saving their home, cake-loving dog (The Florida Times-Union)
Lucy’s love of cake almost brought a Norman, Okla., house down Nov. 19. But a 19-year-old ADT Security Services trainee on Jacksonville’s Southside saved the house and the Labrador-basset hound mix – the cake didn’t make it. (More)

Acronis Extends Home User’s Information Protection With Security Solutions (Marketwire)
All-in-One Security Combined With Trusted Backup and Recovery Solutions to Provide Comprehensive Information Protection Against Data Loss and Security Threats (More)

Home Security Articles

Top Ten Most Important Home Security Tips
Home security is vital to ensure the safety of your family and your property. Every home owner should know what to do to make their homes safer. Here are the top ten most important tips for home security. (More)

The Importance of Assessing Your Home’s Security
Adding security to your home should not cost you thousands of dollars. While the popular saying “Your home is your castle” is true in many respects, you should not have to pay and arm and a leg to keep it that way. Most security companies offer great home security at a very affordable price. (More)

Wireless Security Systems – Accessible Home Security For All of Us
When it was all said and done, the protection was mostly solid and effective, but not very accessible to the average consumer. Now, with development and evolution of wireless security systems, the limitations and challenges of the past are well behind us. (More)

Burglar Alarm System
A burglar alarm system is your key to protect your home and business against burglary and intrusion. An effective system ensures total peace of mind, whether you are traveling, out for work or sleepin… (More)

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Dear 101HomeSecurity.com Readers,

Welcome to the Home Security Newsletter (2/3/2010). In this edition we have included news, articles and videos. You can find more resources on our website: 101HomeSecurity.com.

Home Security News

Free home security checks (Gazette News)
RESIDENTS in south Colchester are being offered free home security checks. (More)

Home Video Captures Break-In (KRGV Rio Grande Valley)
MISSION – A homeowner hopes video surveillance will lead police to the people who stormed their home. Officers say they’ve got few leads, and the video isn’t much help. Police say the leads they have are turning into dead ends. It took less than two minutes for the men to get in and out. Their break-in is seen in the surveillance video caught on a home security system. The homeowner, we’ll call … (More)

Home Security Articles

Carbon Monoxide Alarms – Does Your House Need Them?
We all too often only think about smoke alarms and CO alarms when it is too late. Carbon Monoxide is known as the silent killer for a good reason. (More)

Types of Patio Door Locks
In many modern homes there are often patios built adjacent to the house and are connected by a sliding glass door. These doors provide easy access to the patio from the house and vice versa. They also provide a great view to your backyard and other great views from your house. (More)

Home Security – Fight Against Crime
Today people have become extras cautious about their home security and neighborhood. A secured house can help us to fight us crime and any mishap that may occur. Read this article to know about different home security measures. (More)

Stress Release System with Home Security System
It is a given that sooner or later children are the reason for stressed out parents. When parents are stressed out they become impatient and are more prone to yell and punish. When there is more yel… (More)

The Benefits Of Home Security
Whether you have been a victim of crime in your home or just want to be cautious, a professional company, such as ADT home security, can give you the peace of mind. It is good to consider getting a se… (More)

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Dear 101HomeSecurity.com Readers,

Welcome to the Home Security Newsletter (1/28/2010). In this edition we have included news, articles and videos. You can find more resources on our website: 101HomeSecurity.com.

Home Security News

Call to tighten SuBo security after intruder scare at home (The Scotsman)
SECURITY for singer Susan Boyle has to be stepped up if she is to be allowed to remain living at her modest council house, it was claimed last night. (More)

Panasonic Security Cameras Bring Peace of Mind to Family on “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” (Marketwire via Yahoo! Finance)
SECAUCUS, NJ–(Marketwire – 01/26/10) – Panasonic’s contribution of four splash-resistant outdoor IP-based network cameras to the “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” series is providing newfound security and peace of mind to a family in Buffalo, NY. The episode, which aired Sunday, January 24 on ABC stations, featured the Powell family, who had purchased their home in 2002 without being informed it … (More)

Home Security Camera Helps In Burglary Suspects’ Capture (Tyler Morning Telegraph)
CHANDLER #8212; Three alleged burglars who were being filmed by a home security camera while they took a homeowner #8217;s property were taken into custody late last week and charged with felony burglary and engaging in organized criminal activity. (More)

Home Security Articles

Datatool Helps to Protect Your Bike
Protecting one’s belongings is one of the most important things a person can do, especially in this modern day and age where criminals seem to be getting smarter by the minute. Whether those belongings are items which belong in the house, the garden or are your vehicles sitting on the drive, it is essential that these are properly protected against theft and damage wherever possible. Luckily, as criminals get smarter, so does technology, so the battle to keep them at bay continues. (More)

Are Safes Really Safe?
Unforeseen events such as flood, fire, earthquakes can cause sudden destruction to life and valuable assets. Important documents can be lost and damaged forever just because it is not properly secured and well kept. However, you can ensure that your most valuable possession is safely hidden with security safes. But you can’t always avoid raising the question, are safes really safe? (More)

Wireless Surveillance Camera Alleviates Installation Time
Many companies use what is called Siamese camera cables to connect their security cameras into their system, which has the coaxial cable and the power wire together in one length of cable. However, as… (More)

Home Security While on Holiday – Burglar Deterrent CD
An apartment or a house that presents itself as unoccupied is far more likely to be targeted by burglars than one which is properly secured. Absence of noise will attract burglars. While you cannot be home all of the time, you can use a home security solution that works for you around the clock. It is easy to use burglar deterrent CD, with recorded household sounds, that fills in your home with everyday noises and instantly alarms the burglar that someone is in. If you remove opportunity, you will prevent the burglary. (More)

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Welcome to the Home Security Newsletter (1/21/2010). In this edition we have included news, articles and videos. You can find more resources on our website: 101HomeSecurity.com.

Home Security News

Finkelstein Thompson LLP Announces Investigation of Brink’s Home Security Holdings, Inc. (Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance)
WASHINGTON—-Finkelstein Thompson LLP is investigating potential claims on behalf of shareholders of Brink’s Home Security Holdings arising from the Company’s announcement of its intent to be acquired by Tyco International Ltd. . (More)

Tyco buys Brink’s Home Security (Jefferson City News Tribune)
NEW YORK (AP) – Diversified manufacturer Tyco International Ltd. has agreed to acquire Brink’s Home Security Holdings Inc. in a cash-and-stock deal worth $2 billion, the companies said late Monday. (More)

Home Security Articles

Home Security Surveillance System – Several Important Guidelines in Choosing One
You cannot just purchase and install a home security surveillance system without fully knowing the essential guidelines. Make sure that what you are about to purchase is a system that can indeed satisfy your security needs. (More)

Protect Your Family and Property With a Home Security System
A home security system is a very important addition to any household. But its significance is not grasped by all because they could not understand what a home security system is. (More)

Invest Your Safety With the World’s Top Home Security Products
If you are looking for a great home protection, security systems would definitely come first in your mind. There are many home security measures available for you to purchase. They provide protection against possible intrusion, burglary, fires and other form of violation to right of privacy. (More)

Home Fireproof Safe Ratings – How to Determine if Your Safe is Fireproof
Want to blow up a safe? With these tests for your home fireproof safe it could explode. This article tells you how to test a fireproof home safe to determine if it meets the stan… (More)

Why Join a Home Security Forum?
The internet offers a wide variety of resources for anyone looking for quality information in a particular area, and home security is no exception. In addition to a variety of useful informative articles and professional websites, there are also several home security forums that individuals interested in home security could consider joining. These sorts of online forums offer a number of benefits (More)

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Dear 101HomeSecurity.com Readers,

Welcome to the Home Security Newsletter (1/14/2010). In this edition we have included news, articles and videos. You can find more resources on our website: 101HomeSecurity.com.

Home Security News

GPD reevaluates after home invasions (Independent Florida Alligator)
The Gainesville Police Department is revamping its security measures in the wake of two home invasion robberies. (More)

Georgia Supreme Court to hear Harris County home-loan case (Columbus Ledger-Enquirer)
The case of Schorr v. Countrywide Home Loans Inc. involves Bradley and Lori Schorr, who claim Countrywide broke the law by not canceling their security deed once they paid off their loan. They want their their lawsuit to be a class-action suit. (More)

Big freeze home workers highlight security failings (Computer Weekly)
UK businesses have coped well in keeping productivity up through the big freeze, but many may be putting themselves at risk by allowing staff to work from home without proper IT security. (More)

Home Security Articles

A Set of Home Security Camera Systems Will Keep Your Family Safe
The days of ugly, expensive and bulky cameras are long gone. Today’s high tech home security camera systems are smaller, better and cheaper than ever. (More)

Before You Change Your Security System, Consult Local Experts
Everyone is interested in improving their home security system. However, with so many new products and services arriving daily, sometimes it’s hard to know where to begin. If you are interested in making some changes to your existing system, there are a few steps that you should follow. (More)

Gas Detectors and Analyzers Are Important Home Safety Devices
Most people dream about being able to buy a home for themselves. It is something that motivates us to working hard to earn enough to support our family and put a roof above their heads. With enough perseverance, it is not unusual to see that dream to its fruition. You buy a house and call it home but it does not end there. It should not end there. (More)

A history of residential security
These days, with the pressure monitored doors, the key coded locks and the high-tech home alarm systems that inhabit a huge percentage of households in the United States, it is hard not to ponder on t… (More)

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Dear 101HomeSecurity.com Readers,

Welcome to the Home Security Newsletter (1/5/2010). In this edition we have included news, articles and videos. You can find more resources on our website: 101HomeSecurity.com.

Home Security News

Mobile Home Parks On The Agenda (FOX 11 Santa Maria)
The Grover Beach City Council is taking steps to make sure residents of mobile home parks have some security, if owners decide to use the property for something else. (More)

Extra security to cut abuse in the home (The Scotsman)
PEOPLE at risk of domestic abuse are to benefit from added security measures thanks to funding from the City of Edinburgh Council. (More)

Home Security Videos

Home Security Tips

Tips to better protect your home and possessions.

Home Security Articles

Valentine’s Day – An Unlikely Home Security Holiday?
As the holiday season with Thanksgiving, New Year’s Eve and so on has come and gone, it is time to look forward to the months to come. This means winter snow, tax time and more. And for those of us who tend to mark our lives largely by holidays go, this means the arrival of Valentine’s Day. (More)

What is the Cost of a Home Alarm System?
With the rising crime rate in the inner city, more people are choosing to install home alarm systems. These systems come in several different models designed to meet the needs of the average homeowner as well as the business entrepreneur. (More)

New Home: First Things First
Through all the excitement surrounding the move into a new home, people often get too tied up in picking out decorations instead of taking simple steps toward home security from day one. The following… (More)

About 24 Hour Locksmith Services
First of all let’s talk about locksmiths, who are they? A locksmith is a person who provides services like installing, fixing and adjusting locks and electronic security devices to his customers. … (More)

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