http://bizsecurity.about.com/ Get the latest headlines from the About.com http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hh http://www.about.com/ 118 20 en-us 2012-02-20T22:38:55Z Mon, 20 Feb 2012 22:38:55 +0000 hourly 1 2000-01-01T12:00+00:00 http://bizsecurity.about.com/b/2012/02/22/the-4-best-locations-for-security-cameras-2.htm <p>Security cameras are used for two basic purposes: investigation and deterrence. The images that you collect with your security cameras will most often be used to review a crime or accident so that you can understand what really happened. But the cameras themselves also have a deterrent value since people who know they are being watched are usually on their best behavior.</p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://bizsecurity.about.com/b/2012/02/22/the-4-best-locations-for-security-cameras-2.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://bizsecurity.about.com/b/2012/02/22/the-4-best-locations-for-security-cameras-2.htm Wed, 22 Feb 2012 08:00:29 +0000 2012-02-22T08:00:29Z http://bizsecurity.about.com/b/2012/02/20/ongard-security-door-brace.htm <img src = "http://0.tqn.com/d/bizsecurity/1/0/S/-/-/-/on_gurard.JPG" hspace="5" align="right" width="150px" height="190px"> <p>In most break-ins, the intruder forces his way in through a locked door or window. So how long do you think your door would stand up to a big, adrenaline fueled dude slamming his shoulder, kicking or swinging a battering ram against it? One of the most efficient ways for you to harden your target is to beef up the strength of your perimeter doors. Most criminals look for victims, not opponents, so if your potential intruder has the choice of bruising his shoulder on your door or moving on to a softer target, what do you think he'll choose?</p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://bizsecurity.about.com/b/2012/02/20/ongard-security-door-brace.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://bizsecurity.about.com/b/2012/02/20/ongard-security-door-brace.htm Mon, 20 Feb 2012 22:38:55 +0000 2012-02-20T22:38:55Z http://bizsecurity.about.com/b/2012/02/08/arrow-revolution-deadbolt.htm <img src = "http://0.tqn.com/d/bizsecurity/1/0/R/-/-/-/arrow_dbolt.jpg" hspace="5" align="right" width="100px" height="190px"> <p>Recently, I had to opportunity to install one of Arrow's Revolution Deadbolts. This is a battery powered, electronic deadbolt with an attractive, touch screen keypad.</p> <p>First, an admission. I'm not a big fan of electronic deadbolts. Most of the units I come across at the big box stores are, to use a technical term, cheesy. They may look high-tech, but they're not doing a whole lot for your security.</p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://bizsecurity.about.com/b/2012/02/08/arrow-revolution-deadbolt.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://bizsecurity.about.com/b/2012/02/08/arrow-revolution-deadbolt.htm Wed, 08 Feb 2012 19:42:26 +0000 2012-02-08T19:42:26Z http://bizsecurity.about.com/b/2012/02/04/medeco-nexgen-xt.htm <img src = "http://0.tqn.com/d/bizsecurity/1/0/P/-/-/-/XT-Family--Complete-msl-logo.jpg" hspace="5" align="right" width="153px" height="140px"> <p>Mechanical locks tell no tales.</p> </p>While a well thought out <a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://bizsecurity.about.com/od/physicalsecurity/a/keycontrol.htm">key control</a> system is essential to your physical security plan, those mechanical deadbolts and door locks will never tell you who ...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://bizsecurity.about.com/b/2012/02/04/medeco-nexgen-xt.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://bizsecurity.about.com/b/2012/02/04/medeco-nexgen-xt.htm Sat, 04 Feb 2012 17:56:57 +0000 2012-02-04T17:56:57Z http://bizsecurity.about.com/b/2012/01/31/protect-yourself-from-social-engineering.htm <p>It's true. One of the world's top security firms was hacked with a pretty lame, <a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://bizsecurity.about.com/b/2011/08/27/rsa-hack-simple-email-bites-top-security-firm-in-the-butt.htm">thirteen-word phishing email</a>. Social engineering attacks require a relatively low level of technical know how, but they can be as devastating as any virus. In fact, many high tech hacks would be impossible if the perps didn't pave the way with crafty social engineering. </p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://bizsecurity.about.com/b/2012/01/31/protect-yourself-from-social-engineering.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://bizsecurity.about.com/b/2012/01/31/protect-yourself-from-social-engineering.htm Tue, 31 Jan 2012 20:05:40 +0000 2012-01-31T20:05:40Z http://bizsecurity.about.com/b/2012/01/30/4-tips-for-a-reasonable-surveillance-policy.htm <p>Preventing internal theft, drug use and workplace violence; these are all valid reasons for using security cameras in the workplace. Such activities can cost your business plenty in terms of lost inventory, decreased productivity and injury. But while you are responsible to protect your company's bottom line, you also need to respect your staff's right to privacy. Here are some guidelines for using security cameras as part of a reasonable security policy. <a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://bizsecurity.about.com/od/privacyissues/a/video_privacy.htm">Read More</a>... </p> http://bizsecurity.about.com/b/2012/01/30/4-tips-for-a-reasonable-surveillance-policy.htm Mon, 30 Jan 2012 23:11:44 +0000 2012-01-30T23:11:44Z http://bizsecurity.about.com/b/2012/01/29/gps-tracking-an-invasion-of-privacy.htm <p>The Supreme Court's unanimous decision in the <a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/11pdf/10-1259.pdf">United States v. Jones</a> GPS tracking case has been hailed as a victory by privacy rights advocates.</p> <p>Indeed, the fact that both sides of the ideological bench could mount a united defense of the Fourth Amendment makes a powerful statement. After all, when was the last time the SCOTUS was united on any hot button issue?</p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://bizsecurity.about.com/b/2012/01/29/gps-tracking-an-invasion-of-privacy.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://bizsecurity.about.com/b/2012/01/29/gps-tracking-an-invasion-of-privacy.htm Sun, 29 Jan 2012 00:30:01 +0000 2012-01-29T00:30:01Z http://bizsecurity.about.com/b/2012/01/26/security-camera-basics.htm <p>Video cameras are a staple of business security. Before you begin a surveillance program, however, you need to consider several technical and policy issues. Here are 5 questions that will help you make the right choices. <a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://bizsecurity.about.com/od/physicalsecurity/a/camera_intro.htm">Read More</a> ...</p> http://bizsecurity.about.com/b/2012/01/26/security-camera-basics.htm Thu, 26 Jan 2012 23:49:52 +0000 2012-01-26T23:49:52Z http://bizsecurity.about.com/b/2012/01/23/how-to-encrypt-your-files.htm <p>Recently, a federal judge ordered a woman to <a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://news.cnet.com/8301-31921_3-57364330-281/judge-americans-can-be-forced-to-decrypt-their-laptops/?part=rss&#038;subj=latest-news&#038;tag=title">decrypt her hard drive</a> or be held in contempt of court.</p> <p>That stirs up some vexing questions about privacy and self-incrimination. And while some of you are even now trying to unravel the legal and ethical knots others are asking, How can I encrypt my files?</p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://bizsecurity.about.com/b/2012/01/23/how-to-encrypt-your-files.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://bizsecurity.about.com/b/2012/01/23/how-to-encrypt-your-files.htm Mon, 23 Jan 2012 23:16:23 +0000 2012-01-23T23:16:23Z http://bizsecurity.about.com/b/2012/01/16/7-ways-to-protect-your-online-bank-transactions.htm <p>Sending your bank transactions surfing across the web can be as hazardous as piloting a ship through pirate-infested waters. Here are seven best practices for online banking security.</p> <p><b>Use a dedicated PC.</b> The American Bankers Association now recommends that businesses use a dedicated PC for online transactions.</p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://bizsecurity.about.com/b/2012/01/16/7-ways-to-protect-your-online-bank-transactions.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://bizsecurity.about.com/b/2012/01/16/7-ways-to-protect-your-online-bank-transactions.htm Mon, 16 Jan 2012 21:59:16 +0000 2012-01-16T21:59:16Z