Introduction to Digital Video Security
Abstract
This chapter describes the origins and theory behind video surveillance and the same four key founding factors that are prevalent even today. General physical security of lives, property, and equipment is still important and explains the evolution of visual surveillance, digital video surveillance, and how smarter systems help operators follow the four key factors. This chapter also presents case studies at various levels.
Keywords
CCTV; closed-circuit television; surveillance theory; deterrence; efficiency; capable guardian; detection; physical security; convergenceGet Digital Video Surveillance and Security, 2nd Edition now with O’Reilly online learning.
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