security camera overkill? how much is too much?

Jan 20, 2024

Security cameras that are prominently displayed can act as a visible deterrent to criminal activity. Potential thieves are less likely to target a property if they know they are being monitored and recorded. Agree so far?

If true, this place is like Fort Knox…

I don’t know what we’re guarding here — it’s not like the barndo is full of valuables. But the photo below shows only 6 of the 9 cameras on the lookout for would-be bad actors here…

6 of 8 cameras at the barndo

All cameras are activated by sound and movement, and all light up when either are detected. There are alarms on selected ones, and that’s not all!

Outdoor security monitoring even when it’s sub-zero outside!

Merida and Dharma on patrol

While security patrol isn’t constant or consistent (these are indoor hound dogs), they alert barndo occupants of anything suspicious outside… including birds, rabbits, fox, and more.

While no security system is foolproof, I figure the comprehensive security strategy implemented here is decent.

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Now you know: Among all the civilian jobs in the US, workers spend on average more than 60% of their workday standing.