ᐅ Surveillance Cameras: Pros and Cons

Created on: 16 Dec 2019 14:55
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Andrea85
Hello everyone,

What are your thoughts on security cameras? I am considering installing two outside. I have already looked through the websites of the regional data protection authorities and noted the essentials (notice sign, deletion policy, masking public areas, etc.). The main goal is deterrence and to be informed about what happens when I am away.

Do you have cameras on your property or even more, like an alarm system? What are your reasons for or against them?

Thank you and best regards,
Andrea85
Pinky030116 Dec 2019 18:52
I'm also not sure if that really deters. And as I said, in the end, you still have masked burglars on your property, which doesn't help much either.
Mycraft16 Dec 2019 19:06
@tomtom79

Cameras are very cheap nowadays; you can find them at discount bins. This is no longer a sign of wealth.

But yes, that is an argument against it. It could attract more attention than one might want.
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michert
16 Dec 2019 22:21
This somehow falls into the category of: "How do I fill my place with all sorts of unnecessary stuff just because I can."
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HilfeHilfe
17 Dec 2019 07:10
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I'd rather play with my wife in the evening than with the recorder
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tumaa
17 Dec 2019 09:01
There is always a weak point, but I am confident that the risk of a break-in can be reduced with, for example, cameras. The offenders would need to plan longer, etc. Above all, the cameras may deter people nearby who can be immediately recognized by their build or gait, which masks don’t help much against. For me, it would be helpful to be able to check my cameras remotely and report any suspicious situations immediately.
HilfeHilfe schrieb:

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I prefer to play with my wife in the evening rather than with the recorder

Your comments are often just off-topic. You should be banned here for a few days.
Mycraft17 Dec 2019 09:11
HilfeHilfe schrieb:

adult toys

I prefer playing with my wife in the evening rather than with the recorder
Same here... the cameras are neither obstructive nor intrusive.