From using existing wiring to repurposing old hardware or smart devices, keeping your home secure might not cost as much as ...

Don't throw out your old webcam — not when you can use it as the backbone of a cheap home security camera system that you can ...

A home security system sounds an alarm when someone is trying to enter your home. But is it a burglar or your kids forgetting to disarm the alarm—again? Security cameras help you tell the difference. ...

Home security and alarm systems have become smarter, more affordable and far easier to install in recent years, with most offering app control and integration with other smart home devices, and some ...

While cybercrime is growing, and grabbing most of the headlines recently, physical crime hasn't gone away. Over 2 million homes and apartments in the USA are broken into each year. The price isn't ...

Modern security systems include everything from motion, glass break, and entry sensors to smart smoke detectors, doorbell cameras, and smart locks. Many home security systems offer both self and 24/7 ...

CNET’s expert staff reviews and rates dozens of new products and services each month, building on more than a quarter century of expertise. Arlo is mostly known for its popular security cameras, but ...

Ginny Bartolone began writing DIY and home improvement guides nearly 10 years ago, covering everything from energy-efficient appliances to cracked foundations. Whether she's compiling cost information ...

Whether you own or rent your home, a security system offers peace of mind against theft, fire and other hazards. However, monthly fees for professionally monitored security systems may be too much for ...