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The FrontechSecurity Blog

Field notes and practical guides from installers who set up cameras, doorbells and networks every day.

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How to Choose the Right Security Cameras for Your Home in 2026

Resolution, field of view, night vision, storage — the spec sheet tells only half the story. Here is how to match a camera to the job it actually needs to do.

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Dome security camera mounted under the eaves of a house

Planning 8 min read

7 Camera Placement Mistakes That Leave Blind Spots (And How to Avoid Them)

The most expensive camera in the world is useless pointed at the wrong spot. These are the placement errors we correct most often on service calls.

February 24, 2026Read

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Network 7 min read

Why Your Security Cameras Are Only as Good as Your Wi-Fi

Dropped feeds, delayed alerts, cameras that show "offline" at the worst moment — almost every reliability complaint traces back to the network, not the camera.

March 5, 2026Read

Dome security camera mounted on a ceiling indoors

Buying Guide 8 min read

Wired vs. Wireless Security Cameras: An Honest Comparison

Wireless cameras are easier to install; wired cameras are easier to forget about for ten years. Which tradeoff fits your home?

March 18, 2026Read

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Installation 7 min read

What a Professional Doorbell Installation Actually Looks Like

From checking transformer voltage to pairing the app — a walkthrough of what happens during a video doorbell install, and the problems we catch before they become yours.

April 2, 2026Read

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Care & Upkeep 6 min read

The 10-Minute Monthly Checkup That Keeps Your Cameras Recording

Most camera failures are discovered the day footage is needed — which is too late. A short monthly habit keeps that from ever happening.

April 16, 2026Read