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SimpliSafe is an apt name for this sophisticated yet easy-to-use home security system. The starter kit we reviewed consists ...

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Learn about one of the best-known professionally monitored home security providers in this ADT Security Systems review and ...

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When he was helping sell an $8 million house in the Westlake section of Los Angeles, Goshorn got quotes from insurance companies so he could give prospective buyers an idea of their potential ...

From alarm clocks to air fresheners ... Tjia explained that when members of his team set up the cameras in the house, they also set up a second wireless network. They then connected the hidden cameras ...

Commissions do not affect our editors' opinions or evaluations. With so many wireless home security systems available, it’s hard to know which wireless home security system is best for your home.

The Vivint Smart Home security system is a full-blown home security system that gives you 24/7 monitoring and full control over door locks, cameras, thermostats, and lights. You can even monitor ...

The top smart outdoor security cams we've tested can withstand the elements and record clear footage any time of the day or night. I’ve been working with computers for ages, starting with a ...