Surveillance technology has come a long way from the VHS-based systems of the 1970s. With a maximum storage capacity of two hours of continuous recording or the equivalent of about eight gigabytes of data, these older systems required special handling to ensure adequate coverage. Modern security systems have expanded far beyond these limitations. By leveraging […]
Manufacturers continue to struggle with supply chain disruptions that began in 2020. As suppliers shut down their operations in response to the global health emergency, companies found it more challenging to find raw materials and components. If they could locate an alternative supply, the costs would typically be much higher, and lead times much longer. […]
Power over Ethernet (PoE) offers numerous benefits for network systems. By transmitting power and data over a single cable, PoE simplifies installation, lowers costs, and increases flexibility. However, some of the older PoE standards, like 802.3af, may not supply enough power for systems that incorporate video. High-performance cameras with advanced features such as infrared illumination […]
The energy a network consumes depends on its size, configuration, and workload. However, recent research challenges the old assumption that the more extensive a network, the higher its energy consumption. Energy use is not always proportional to network size alone. Network administrators should not estimate power consumption based solely on data volumes. Instead, accurate calculations […]
Put a few network engineers in a computer room with a multi-port switch and tangled cables and see how long it takes before their eyes start twitching. While non-engineers may find this compulsion for well-organized cabling quaint, bringing order to network wiring is more than a professional idiosyncrasy. With organizations demanding faster transmission speeds and […]
Power over Ethernet (PoE) has quickly become a critical enabler in the evolving networking landscape. A highly flexible technology, PoE offers scalability, easy installation, cost-effectiveness, and quick deployment as a component of network upgrades or reconfigurations. It also simplifies adding new devices, offers specialized management, and allows the network to adapt according to need. […]
IP (Internet Protocol) security camera monitoring has become indispensable in the increasingly interconnected business world. Remote surveillance devices are designed to secure assets and personal safety, offering unparalleled visibility and control over properties and a proactive approach to crime prevention. IP monitoring allows detection and real-time responses to potential security breaches. PoE offers a cost-effective power […]
For 175 years, people have repeated the old adage, “The more things change, the more they stay the same.” Some have even applied this concept to technology, believing that appearance and functionality may change, but the core principles and underlying functions are constants. For example, computers still rely on binary code despite decades of innovation. […]
The benefits of PoE are becoming clear to IT administrators looking to lower energy costs. This can be achieved via PoE energy efficiency. Delivering both data and power via a single Ethernet cable, this technology: Recent power sourcing equipment (PSE) innovations, like the Type 3 and Type 4 standards, allow faster speeds. A more efficient […]
Cities, hospital complexes, and educational campuses rely on the Internet of Things (IoT) to collect data at the network edge. These facilities can use this data for improved security, more efficient operations, and better end-user experiences. Cities use advanced technologies to monitor and manage transportation systems. Hospital complexes deploy way-finding devices to help patients, staff, […]
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