H.265 and CCTV Storage: How Many Days Will Your Hard Disk Record?
Storage depends on bitrate, camera count, recording hours and compression. Learn how H.265 and smart codecs stretch your hard disk, and how to estimate days of recording.
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CCTV Maintenance Checklist: Monthly, Quarterly and Yearly Tasks
A CCTV system that is never checked fails quietly. Use this simple checklist to keep cameras recording, hard drives healthy…
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Where to Place Security Cameras at Home (and Where Not To)
Good placement matters more than the camera model. These are the spots that protect a home best, the mistakes to…
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CCTV Night Vision: IR, Full-Colour and Smart Hybrid Light Explained
Black-and-white IR, full-colour cameras with warm light, or smart hybrid models that switch between them: here is how each works…
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CCTV Resolution Explained: 2MP vs 4MP vs 8MP (4K)
More megapixels are not always better. Here is how to pick the right camera resolution for each spot, and what…
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IP vs Analog CCTV: Which One Is Right for Your Building?
IP and analog (HD-over-coax) cameras both record clear video today. The right choice depends on your cabling, how many cameras…
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