The security alarm is a system designed to detect intrusion – unauthorized entry – into a building or other area. Security alarms are used in residential, commercial, industrial, and military properties for protection against burglary (theft) or property damage, as well as personal protection against intruders.
Security alarms in residential areas show a correlation with decreased theft.
Some alarm systems serve a single purpose of burglary protection, combination systems provide both fire and intrusion protection.
Intrusion alarm systems may also be combined with closed-circuit television surveillance (CCTV) systems to automatically record the activities of intruders and may integrate with access control systems for electrically locked doors.
Systems range from small standalone to complicated and integrated systems with computer monitoring and control.
