Modernised Ways to Make Homes Safer

Violent crime happens each and every day, no matter where you are in the world. In 2016, the rate of motor vehicle theft and property crime in Australia increased by 7% in 2015. Likewise, sexual assault victimisation continues to rank high up on the list, with the highest number of victims recorded in the country in 2017 alone. The alarming rates of these unwanted occurrences present a difficult situation for many people, particularly women, children and homeowners who feel unsafe in their own spaces.

Though everyone wishes for the world to be a safer place, there are just some individuals who can’t seem to help themselves from harming other people. Whilst some of these might stem out of socioeconomic circumstances, most wrongdoers don’t realise the effect their actions have on society, especially to their victims. This is why it is important to arm homes and other establishments with security alarms, CCTV cameras and other top-of-the-line surveillance systems. Simply locking the door isn’t going to cut it anymore, not in this economy.

Below are some ways to make our living spaces more secure:

Opt for Versatility

Most people don’t have a clue where to start their search. If you are one of these individuals, worry not. You can easily get small, flexible and multifunctional devices which you can use in a variety of ways. Some of the more popular choices include the Amazon Echo Dot or the Google Home Mini. Depending on your needs, you can automate your house gradually and without big risks.

Provided with smart speakers, these nifty devices will be a godsend to any home. With these connected to a variety of gadgets in your property, you can easily set up timers, television sets, radios and lights at optimal times. This will fool intruders into thinking that your home is occupied, allowing them to think twice before doing anything irrational and something that can harm the homeowners.

Automated Security Systems

Installing automated home security systems offer full protection for homeowners and dwellers. Besides dispatching immediate calls to local authorities in case of a break in, these units serve as an early warning device for those within the property. This alerts them to hide, go out or seek help, allowing family members to get to a safe place right away.

Whilst the initial costs of installation can be off-putting to some, the benefits of having these within your property outweigh everything else. Think of you and your loved ones’ safety and give them the peace of mind they deserve with the help of automated security systems.

Some of these modernised and common solutions include CCTV cameras that can be connected to your mobile devices and smartphone, allowing you to monitor your place even whilst you’re away. There are also sensors, smart locks and alarms that detect movement, thereby making it ideal for those who want to protect their property.

Artificial Intelligence

There is no denying that the future of smart homes will be powered by Artificial Intelligence (A.I.). In fact, most homeowners rely on Artificial Intelligence, from Amazon’s Alexa to highly-advanced security cameras that are trained to recognise different movements. Besides familiarising itself with the most minute nuances, these devices are equipped with a multisensory approach that allows them to recognise physical differences of varying sources.

Aside from these safety measures, Artificial Intelligence has effectively allowed other household gadgets to actually do a proper job. Not only does this assure owners from having a safer environment, this also prevents overheating and other traditional technical problems. These gadgets include robot vacuum cleaners, smart lawn mowers and many others.

Browser and Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity is an important aspect of home protection. Whilst this can be considered as a far-fetched topic, there is a fine line which connects these two issues. For one, the Internet has search engines which track your search history. There are even social networking sites in disguise, revealing itself to be compromised pages which gain access to your personal information. In fact, there have been cases where data breaches in Yahoo have affected three billion accounts in 2016. This leaked names, email addresses and passwords to a wide audience, causing their safety to be compromised.

Since most individuals have laptops, smartphones and other devices where their information is logged on to, these can easily be accessed by trained attackers, such as corporate entities, hackers or the government, who wish to encroach on your privacy. To safeguard essential information that can potentially lead them to your home, be sure to use encryptions and frequent password changes. Protect emails with two-factor authentications and stop giving your personal details to anyone on the web.

These modern ways of safeguarding the home – and one’s identity – is no walk in the park. It requires rigorous steps to ensure the safety of everyone in your abode. So, don’t hesitate to take these necessary steps in arming and fortifying intruders from entering your property. With these modernised steps, you might even one-up these wrongdoers.