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If there’s one place in the world where you can feel safe, it is your home. And everyone deserves to stay safe in their home. Unfortunately, crimes such as robberies, theft, and burglaries have increased today. And property crime in the US is more common than violent crimes. This is the major reason that the importance of the home security industry has increased, and the market size is expected to reach USD 97.8 billion by 2030.
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Having a secure home is important for peace of mind, but it doesn’t have to cost you an arm and a leg. There are many simple and affordable ways to increase your home security that don’t require fancy gadgets or expensive alarm systems. From something as basic as locking doors and windows, to more sophisticated measures such as motion-activated lighting, these four steps will help keep your house safe from intruders. Read on to discover how small changes can make a big difference in the safety of your home.
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Ridgewood NJ, during the holiday season, many individuals will be gifted a connected or Internet of Things (IoT) device – such as a smart TV, camera, home security system, gaming system, smartphone, tablet, or one of many household items that have become internet-capable in the last several years, such as doorbells, thermostats, coffee pots, refrigerators, toaster ovens, and even meat thermometers. Many of these devices lend a level of convenience to users by making controls available on the go via a smartphone app or website. While convenient, connected devices also transmit and store data and could be exploited by cyber threat actors to compromise networks, devices, or accounts. Compromised connected devices, combined with vulnerable home routers, increase the risk of cybercriminal activity and cyberattacks. Additionally, devices routinely connected to a home network can have further implications when subsequently connected to corporate networks and may introduce additional vulnerabilities and risks. Therefore, it is vital for users to employ cybersecurity best practices for the new gadgets they receive this holiday season and ensure devices and networks currently in use are properly secured.
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