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Security cameras are everywhere nowadays, from street lights to area businesses. There are 2 general types of security cameras available: Analog cameras and IP Cameras. Analog systems have been around for a long time and often come with the following amounts of supported cameras: 4, 8, 16 or 32 cameras. Analog systems are typically coax based and video can be viewed locally or across the Internet. IP Camera systems are newer to the market than analog systems. IP systems utilize the computer network to communicate with cameras/storage devices and video can be viewed locally or across the Internet. We prefer IP systems over analog for many reasons. Listed below are some advantages of going with IP Cameras:
Better Image Quality
High Definition Cameras available
IP Cameras cover wider distance than most analog cameras
Ease of Installation
Capability of powering cameras via the network switch via POE (Power over Ethernet)
Less cabling needed due to data and power utilizing single network cable per camera
As new IP cameras are developed, ease of installation is a primary feature
Scalability
Start small and grow the system as needed
Easily migrate analog systems to IP systems
Utilize the computer network and install cameras where it’s impossible with analog systems
Capabilities / Features
Clients for Windows / Mac
Android / IOS Apps available
View live or recorded video from anywhere