Access control is a fancy term that includes locks, bars, doors, passwords, and other ways to prevent people from entering an area without permission.  The way they get that permission is by having the right key, knowing the right passcode, or...

When a campus has their annual security assessment or audient, the chances are high that they’re like to find some sort of vulnerabilities. Campuses, whether in Austin, TX or elsewhere in the country, are simply complex to completely secure....

When it comes to digital security, most of us lack the knowledge to prevent the possibility of some serious issues, such as loss of privacy, identity theft, and fraud. We are so careful with our computers due to the amount of information they hold....

A home security system can include access control systems like electronic locks, surveillance systems with exterior and interior cameras, and alarm systems that monitor things like doors, windows, smoke, and carbon monoxide levels.  These...

Eventually, the time will come when a Austin person's son or daughter chooses to leave the nest. Some parents look forward to the day. They feel like it leaves them with an empty house to do as they please. However, other guardians dread the...

Females are often victims of sexual assaults. That is not to say that men can't be or aren't, but this post is going to focus on women. Ladies don't want others to experience the events, but they also do not want them to happen to them...

It is not uncommon for the bright lights of the big city to call daughters. Often, they are cooped up in a small to medium-sized town, and all they want is to chase their dreams in a metropolis. These densely populated areas are great to live, work,...

Technology has become better and better over the years. That has been excellent news for Austin consumers and the security industry. For example, in the past, homeowners were stuck with analog cameras. These units didn't always provide the best...

October is National Fire Safety Month, which means it is right around the corner. Therefore, the time is right to start making sure your Austin house and household is prepared for one of the emergency situations. Flames and smoke can do a number on...

Even when Austin kiddos grow up and move out of their parents' home, the guardians still feel as if they need to protect them. After all, parenthood is a lifelong thing. It doesn't stop just because the child turns 18 or 21 and rents an...

Regardless of who you are or where you live, a security system is almost a necessity these days. Even so, at times, owning the equipment can seem like a burden. The owner has to worry about arming/ disarming the unit, paying a monthly fee, and false...

Law enforcement plays a central role in community safety.  A properly trained police and security force can spot suspicious behavior before it leads to a crime, gather evidence after a crime to find the guilty party, and enforce the laws of the...

Most apartment buildings and apartment complexes in Austin, TX have some amount of security built in.  They may have an entrance a resident has to buzz to let a guest in, they may have grounds with limited entrances, and they may have security...

When you buy or upgrade your home’s security system, you have a lot of options you can choose from.  Cameras come in all different brands and designs with plenty of quality and feature options, electronic locks can use keycards or...

Whether you are at your Austin home relaxing with your family or at work knocking out a project, your safety is the highest priority. No matter where you spend your time, there are a few things you can do to ensure that your spaces are always safe....