A Digital Video Recorder (DVR) has always been an essential component of a good CCTV security solution. With the advent of network cameras (IP Cameras) however, the humble DVR has given way to the Network Video Recorder (NVR). Whether you are upgrading from a DVR or dipping your toes into home ...

The latest version of this guide is now available separately for outdoor and indoor IP cameras!Yes I admit it, I am crazy about DIY home security. When I started researching home security and IP cameras, my goal was to find the best solutions to keep my family and home safe and secure. ...

June 2022 Update: The Gmail method for sending email notifications has stopped working, so I have fully updated & revised this article to use the free Outlook.com web mail service instead.This tutorial will show you how to set up motion detection email alerts for your Hikvision cameras. ...

Network or IP security cameras A network camera (often called an IP camera) is basically a CCTV or security camera that has a computer built-in. Most network cameras can independently monitor, detect and send (push) notifications to computers in a home network, or on the Internet, mobile phones, ...