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Geovision FE420: 360-Degree IP Camera Product Review

360 Degree Camera from Geovision Eyefish.... One of the cameras we wanted to test came from Geovision. To test its FE420 camera, we used Wavestore VMS as our software platform due to the software’s ability to de-warp 360-degree camera video. Following are the results of our tests. Edge Storage Many IP video cameras have followed…
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The Demise Of The DVR

There is currently a move away from outdated DVRs used in the analog CCTV world to a more standardized and scalable IP-based video streams and storage. There are four distinct trends driving the demise of the DVR: Edge or "on camera" storage is made possible by the increase in storage capacity of SD/MicroSD cards. Thirty-two…
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Intelligent IP Video Surveillance

Video surveillance has been part of a retailer’s DNA for decades. Yet, despite years and years of know-how, there hasn’t been much innovation. This is because an analog CCTV camera is frankly a ‘dumb’ device used as a reactive tool to help reduce loss. We watch and we react, mainly driven by liability. Network video,…
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The Value Of Unified Security Solutions The Retail Environment

1. Introduction Retail is a dynamic market, constantly changing and evolving due to the economic climate, buyer behavior, and the rise and fall of criminal activity. As shoplifting and employee theft continue to be chief sources of shrink, it is becoming increasingly clear to retailers that their existing tools such as analog CCTV systems are ineffective.…
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