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How to Choose an Outdoor IP Camera

CCTV surveillance cameras are now a common sight in cities around the world, with cameras used at major intersections to catch speeders and would-be runners of red lights. However, as many drivers have learned, outdoor cameras have a high failure rate and consequently only a fraction of the cameras installed are actually operational. Because of the high failure rate, maintaining a functioning outdoor video surveillance system can be prohibitively expensive and most cities don't have the sufficient budget and manpower to upkeep their CCTV systems. In this white paper, we present six desirable features to look for in your CCTV cameras that will help you reduce the number of instances your surveillance system will need to be replaced. Installing cameras that enjoy all six of these features will not only keep your installation budget under control, but also drastically reduce the cost of maintaining your city-wide CCTV camera system.

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