Digital Video Surveillance and Security »

Anthony C. Caputo is currently working with IBM Global Technology Services on the Digital Video Surveillance Homeland Security Projects. He has written professionally for 22 years, and is considered a subject matter expert in project management, networking, digital video, wireless mesh networking and business process improvement through technology.

Digital Video Surveillance & Security provides a blueprint for the IP-based electronic security system clients need, allowing security professionals to protect their client's place of business or home. The author gives detailed plans on the best camera position, areas of coverage, hardware and software to select in order to maximize the effectiveness of newer lower cost networked technologies. Clear, step-by-step descriptions and detailed illustrations describe the integration of such components as the current or new security system, door and window sensors, or other access controls, instantly launching a video of the area under the surveillance on a computer or HDTV.

*Vendor-neutral comparisons of camera equipment and recording options
*Case studies and descriptions of best practices
*Step-by-step guide to planning and installation
*Easy-to-read diagrams and schematics

Chapter 1. Introduction to Digital Video Security

PART I CHOOSING THE RIGHT EQUIPMENT

Chapter 2. Digital Video Overview Chapter 3. Digital Video Hardware Chapter 4. Understanding Networks and Networked Video Chapter 5. Wireless Networked Video

PART 2 APPROACHING THE PROJECT

Chapter 6. Site Survey Chapter 7. Choosing the Right Software Chapter 8. DVS Archiving and Storage Chapter 9. Project Implementation Chapter 10. Security Integration and Access Management

Appendix Index