THE PROS AND CONS OF WIRED AND WIRELESS SECURITY SYSTEMS

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THE PROS AND CONS OF WIRED AND WIRELESS SECURITY
SYSTEMS
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• Security systems are a lot more advanced than
  they used to be, and are fantastic for keeping
  homes protected. However, if youre considering
  upgrading to a security system, to give an added
  layer of protection to your property that
  deadbolts and burglar alarms simply cant give,
  you might be wondering whether you should opt for
  a wired or wireless one?
• To help you decide, weve outlined the pros and
  cons of both
• What are the pros of wired home security systems?
• Interference, network outages and other issues
  can frequently occur with a wireless system,
  whereas a wired system is much more dependable.

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• A wired home security system works consistently,
  gives far fewer false alarms and enables you to
  cover a larger area than would be possible with a
  wireless system perfect for larger homes.
• In short, a wired system has the following
  benefits
• Dependability
• Fewer false alarms
• Gives broader coverage

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• What are the cons of wired home security systems?
• Getting a wired security system installed at your
  home will need to be carried out by a
  professional, and naturally, theyll charge a fee
  for their work, so youll want to consider the
  cost of the system combined with the installation
  fee before you make your decision.
• Moving a hardwired sensor or camera, will also
  require a professional and an additional cost.

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• What are the pros of wireless home security?
• A burglar or intruder can simply snip the
  connection of a wired security system, but with a
  wireless one, theyll need to hack into the
  network of a wireless setup, which could take
  considerably more time, making it riskier for
  them. Its also pretty simple to set up and if
  you ever want to move a sensor or camera, you can
  do it in a couple of minutes. A wireless security
  system also means that you connect to your other
  smart home systems and phone, and can activate or
  deactivate the wireless alarm with your phone or
  even ask good old Alexa to do it! Some wireless
  security systems also come with other
  wireless-enabled features, such as a key fob
  capable of shutting off your wireless alarm as
  you near your home, preventing an accidental
  trigger.

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• In short, a wireless system has the following
  benefits
• Harder for criminals to infiltrate or disarm
• Simple set up
• Other smart connections can be made
• Features other wireless-enabled capabilities

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• What are the cons of wireless home security
  systems?
• Vulnerable to interference or hacking, wireless
  home security systems use a radiofrequency-based
  cellular network to communicate, and can trigger
  false alarms or leave you exposed. However, this
  is a rare disadvantage that doesnt occur often.
  Limited to the size of the network your security
  company can set up, wireless security systems may
  not stretch throughout your entire property, and
  because they run on batteries, youll need to
  remember to check them every so often to make
  sure theyre working.

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• If youre still not sure whether a wired or
  wireless home security system would best fulfil
  your needs, it would definitely be worth talking
  to your local, licensed locksmith, who will be
  able to guide you and give unbiased and honest
  advice, as well as help you install whichever
  system you choose.

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• Golden Locks Inc is a local licensed residential
  and commercial locksmith in Anaheim with years of
  experience and trained staff skilled in locksmith
  services and having an online store for high
  security locks, and mul-t-lock, MT5 High Security
  keys etc. We also specialize in automotive lock
  repair services for cars, bikes and trucks and
  installation, servicing and repair of high
  quality security systems, access control systems
  and CCTV systems. If you are looking for security
  systems in Anaheim or any other locksmith
  services in Orange County, call us at (714)
  841-0141.