I have been asked to set up an Internet-based surveillance camera at our weekend house. The catch? A somewhat limited DSL connection. Comments or suggestions for an easily set-up Internet surveillance system greatly appreciated. [more inside]
posted by flyingrock on Jan 3, 2013 - 10 answers

Is this a good deal for a surveillance system? [more inside]
posted by spacediver on Jul 11, 2012 - 5 answers

I'm working on setting up an outdoor webcam that can pan, tilt, and zoom with web (and possibly iPad/smartphone) access, and I'm having a heck of a time finding a good solution to do all of the above. Help? [more inside]
posted by sciencemandan on Jun 7, 2012 - 6 answers

Seeking a 1950s sf short story, probably by a notable author, that presaged a panopticon-esque surveillance society. My google-fu pride is injured that I can't find a trace of it. [more inside]
posted by dhartung on Jan 26, 2012 - 7 answers

I need to know how to set up a wireless, night-vision enabled, motion detecting camera for the purposes of spying. [more inside]
posted by mudpuppie on Sep 23, 2011 - 15 answers

When the police drill through to insert a surveillance camera, how do they do it stealthily? [more inside]
posted by Ogre Lawless on Aug 19, 2011 - 9 answers

What's the best iPad app for viewing surveillance cameras? [more inside]
posted by contraption on Aug 18, 2011 - 4 answers

What is the easiest, cheapest, most effective way for me to set up a single motion-triggered surveillance camera at home to verify whether I have a creepy situation going on while I'm gone? If triggered, I want it to alert me remotely, stream video for remote live viewing, and ideally record to the cloud rather than locally for later viewing. I'd like an easy web/desktop interface to control it all. Have you tried one of those kits from X10 for this and did it work well for you? [more inside]
posted by Askr on Sep 29, 2010 - 9 answers

What's the "best" standalone security/surveillance DVR? Assume that I want the best mix of value, quality, cool features and durability/longevity. Are there "prosumer" DVR products? [more inside]
posted by iknowizbirfmark on Sep 3, 2010 - 2 answers

Looking to set up a fairly simple home surveillance system. I’m looking for some basic advice on equipment, programs for view and recording feeds as well as any other insights you might have. [more inside]
posted by emmysue01 on Mar 26, 2010 - 5 answers

Can anybody recommend a good IP surveillance camera that does motion detection internally? [more inside]
posted by monkeybutt on Nov 2, 2008 - 8 answers

My parents believe the superintendent is stealing supplies from an apartment they own and are renovating. How do they set up a motion activated camera when there is no internet, no VCR or DVR and leaving a laptop there is unsafe? [more inside]
posted by spec80 on Oct 6, 2007 - 6 answers

What is the best way to make a car-mounted camera system, a la Brett Darrow? [more inside]
posted by bulanjing on Sep 13, 2007 - 4 answers

Can anyone recommend a surveillance system with 6-8 cameras and a DVR that is internet ready? This is for a small business, so we want to keep the cost around $1500 or less. One concern is that employees could turn it off so it would be important to have it password protected. Thanks in advance
posted by Raichle on Jun 9, 2007 - 9 answers

What are the (US/WA/Seattle) laws regarding video, and audio, surveillance in a restaurant- of both employees and customers? [more inside]
posted by hincandenza on Aug 24, 2006 - 10 answers

Video security for gated first level parking garage (condos are above the garage). How can I do this easily and cheaply? [more inside]
posted by striker on Jul 6, 2006 - 3 answers