It's pretty easy to put together a relatively inexpensive system yourself. For example, you can install some motion-detecting IP-based cameras that will e-mail or txt you when any of your pre-defined parameters are breached. Depending on how complex you want to go, some systems also have contacts that will tie in to other external detection devices such as door/window contact switches as well as to auto-dialers (though I believe it is illegal to have an auto-dialer call 911 or other emergency services directly).
-TS Thomas C. Steele Technology Director Manteno CUSD #5 -----Original Message----- From: tech-geeks-boun...@tech-geeks.org [mailto:tech-geeks-boun...@tech-geeks.org] On Behalf Of Pam Sent: Friday, September 17, 2010 1:49 PM To: TECH-GEEKS Subject: [tech-geeks] OT-home security systems I'm researching home security systems and I thought I'd see if any of you had feedback. From what I can tell so far, it seems that you have to be careful about what company you choose. The hardware can be proprietary and service bad after you are locked into a contract. Most of it seemed to scream, "buyer beware". Thanks in advance Pam | Subscription info at http://www.tech-geeks.org | | Subscription info at http://www.tech-geeks.org |
