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- Home Security Measures
Anyone is susceptible to robbery, home invasion, or assault. Criminals often survey their target before entering and taking a few precautions will make your home and those who dwell there less likely to be victimized. Those who have experienced someone coming into their home will often report the feeling of being violated. More than the items lost or destruction of property, the concern for the lives and well-being of those in the home are the foremost concerns. It can effect daily activities, comfort and self-assurance. There is generally enough concerns in life that take worry, that your home security should not have to be one on them. There are a variety of precautions to take, ranging from simply installing lights to a full security system in your home. Taking these measures will give the impression some one is home, deterring would be criminals and/or warning through lights or noise that their presence is known. If the question comes to mind, "why do I need a security system?", it might be beneficial to search the local statistics for crime in your geographical area.
Home Security Measures
Mon, 21 May 2007 09:00:00 -0400 - Security Classifications
Having a security clearance is nothing to sneeze at, and some experts say that having such a clearance can increase one’s salary between $10 and $15K. It is evident that the ability to keep a secret is a valued commodity in this increasingly precarious society.
Security Classifications
Tue, 3 Oct 2006 09:00:00 -0400 - Background Checks
If you have ever been employed, chances are good that you’ve had a background check run on you. Employers looking for reliable, trustworthy individuals will often use these reports to confirm that information given on a resume is true and ensure that they are hiring persons of high standards. But what is included in a background check? Do you have control over who can access your report? How can you find out what is on your record?
Background Checks
Tue, 26 Sep 2006 09:00:00 -0400 - Careers in Security
To get almost any job in security one must pass a full background investigation and pass a drug test. If security clearance is required for hiring, this may take six months to a year. The military employs the nation’s greatest population of individuals who possess security clearance. Often members of the armed forces find gainful employment in security-related fields when their terms are up.
Careers in Security
Tue, 19 Sep 2006 09:00:00 -0400 - Security on Campus
It may surprise you to know that college and university campuses are scenes to more than just socializing and learning. All too often, they can also be the scenes of a crime. Awareness of this problem has grown dramatically over the last twenty years, and many institutions are taking appropriate measures to protect their students from malice. Wise parents do not close their eyes to these issues, but discuss them openly with their students. When choosing schools for their sons or daughters, they consider the security programs and features utilized by the schools. You must do all you can to ensure that your student doesn’t get an education they didn’t plan for.
Security on Campus
Tue, 12 Sep 2006 09:00:00 -0400 - Blogging Dangers
While blogging can be a great outlet and channel, and in someway immortalizing thoughts, it is important that safety is considered and that good blogging practices are followed at all times.
Blogging Dangers
Mon, 28 Aug 2006 09:00:00 -0400 - Who is Who? Dangers of Anonymity.
Child exploitation and the rise of Internet related crimes is increasing. Child exploitation has no boundaries; pedophiles exist in every socioeconomic, ethnic and religious community. Consider these statistics, 20% of children online are approached sexually online. 89% of those advances take place over instant messaging. Online predators prowl, rebellious teenagers are opportune targets, and shared personal details often make them become victims.
This further fuels the discussion of who is who. Are they really who they say they are, or claim to be? The Internet is far more complex and "anonymity" might in fact provide the protection that surfers are seeking.
Who is Who?
Tue, 15 Aug 2006 08:00:00 -0400 - Keep Your Family Safe
Tips to make sure that your family is safe at home and while traveling.
Keep Your Family Safe
Mon, 14 Aug 2006 09:00:00 -0400 - Protect Yourself From a Home Invasion
There are lots o small things that homeowners can do to deter a burglar. Follow these simple steps to protect your home from a burglar.
If you have a lot of jewelry, valuable documents, cash or other negotiable items, consider installing a safe or a burglar alarm.
Don't leave notes for service people or family members on the door, as they act as a welcome mat for a burglar.
Protect Yourself From a Home Invasion
Mon, 7 Aug 2006 09:00:00 -0400 - Protection from a Home Invasion
If you have a lot of jewelry, valuable documents, cash or other negotiable items, consider installing a safe or a burglar alarm. Don't leave notes for service people or family members on the door, these act as a welcome mat for a burglar.
Protection from a Home Invasion
Mon, 31 Jul 2006 09:00:00 -0400 - Keeping Children Safe Online
There was once a time when you only had to worry about children when they were outside or not at home. Those times have changed. Strangers can now enter your home, without a key or coming through a door. How you may ask? These strangers enter your home using a keyboard. These strangers can befriend your children online.
Keeping Children Safe Online
Mon, 24 Jul 2006 09:00:00 -0400 - Online Safety
The proliferation of computer technology and emergence of the Internet has enhanced the lives of children and adults. Increasing productivity and efficiency, the Internet is a powerful educational tool, and it provide youths a vast amount of information. That said, it is important to remember that the Internet can also be very dangerous. Criminals are using modern technology to prey on innocent victims.
Online Safety
Mon, 17 Jul 2006 09:00:00 -0400 - Personal Security; Avoiding Identity Theft
Some law-enforcement authorities call identity theft "the fastest growing crime across the country right now". In fact, identity theft is the most called-about subject on the Privacy Rights Clearinghouse's telephone hotline. Most victims don't even know how the perpetrators got their identity numbers. Such fraud may account for as much as 25% of all credit card-fraud losses each year. 49% also stated that they do not feel they know how to adequately protect themselves from this crime.
Personal Security Avoiding Identity Theft
Tue, 11 Jul 2006 09:00:00 -0400 - Homeland Security
The US President's Executive Order issued October 8, 2001 established the US Office of Homeland Security. The Office is directed to develop and coordinate a comprehensive national strategy to strengthen protections against terrorist threats or attacks in the US. The new Office will coordinate federal, state, and local counter-terrorism efforts.
More on Homeland Security
Tue, 4 Jul 2006 09:00:00 -0400 - Protection from Cyberstalkers
What is Cyberstalking?
Cyberstalking is the term used to describe stalking behaviour undertaken by way of computer. Although no universal definition exists, cyberstalking occurs when an individual or group uses the Internet to stalk or harass another. Essentially cyberstalking is the act of stalking using the Internet, e-mail, or other electronic communication devices. Everyone who receives e-mail or uses the Internet is susceptible to cyberstalking.
More on Cyberstalking
Tue, 27 Jun 2006 09:00:00 -0400
