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Practical guides for technology installation in Westchester County, NY.

UniFi Protect recorder and cameras installed in a secured rack

Security & Surveillance

Sizing UniFi Protect Storage and Retention (2026 Guide)

Calculate camera retention targets, pick the right UniFi recorder, and document storage sizing that holds up during audits.

Updated Feb 4, 2026

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Exterior home lighting brightening a driveway camera scene for security

Security & Surveillance

UniFi Protect Night Vision: Lighting Strategies for Clear Faces & Plates (2026 Guide)

Pair UniFi cameras with thoughtful exterior lighting and tuned Protect settings to capture clear faces and plates after dark.

Updated Feb 4, 2026

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Exterior security camera positioned for night clarity on a Westchester home

Security & Surveillance

Cameras: Field Guide to Positioning Exterior Cameras for Both Coverage and IDs

A practical, scene-by-scene guide to placing exterior cameras so you capture the whole story and also get clear identification at doors, gates and driveways.

Published Oct 23, 2025

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Professional security cameras and access control installed in Westchester County

Security & Surveillance

Security & Surveillance: How We Design Camera + Access Packages That Hold Up in Court and Daily Life

A practical framework for camera placement, retention, exports and access control that produces clear evidence and stays easy to live with.

Published Oct 9, 2025

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Smart security cameras buyer’s guide for Westchester homes and businesses

Security & Surveillance

Smart Security Cameras: A Practical Buyer’s Guide

How to choose and place cameras for clear coverage, size storage and set notifications that are useful — with a simple checklist.

Published Sep 16, 2025

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Security cameras and access control setup in Westchester

Security & Surveillance

Security & Surveillance: Clear Cameras, Smart Alerts and Access Control

How to size cameras, avoid blind spots and set up UniFi Protect with secure remote access.

Published Sep 8, 2025

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