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Wireless Security Systems for Apartments

Wireless security systems are a good way to go in apartments where you don't want to start drilling into walls or otherwise leaving marks that the landlord won't appreciate.  Alarm Systems for Your Apartment is a short article offered by about.com that explains various options such as motion sensors for doors and windows, panic buttons (remotes that call for help when the alarm is triggered), and wireless home automation such as timers to turn on lamps at specific times of the day or night.

While you're there, check out Apartment Security When Shopping, Apartment Security Tips, and Apartment Security On Vacation.

Dorm Security on Campus

Dorm security may not always be as tight as students and parents would like to think. Let's face it, college students are often strapped for cash so the temptation of making off with someone's CD collection might rear its ugly head. If you're concerned about dorm security, what can you do? I highly recommend visiting Security On Campus , a non-profit site with a plethora of useful information.

If you're just looking for a small security system suitable for a single room setting, portable alarms (often popular with travelers and apartment/condo owners) may do the trick. You could also look into door and/or window sensors.

x10.com offers a lot of inexpensive cameras and DIY security kits.