In your studies in the field of Information Technology (IT), there will be times during the discussion of security when the topic of physical security will be introduced. This is because it is just as important as digital/cyber security. In this section, we will discuss various physical security deterrents and prevention techniques for organizations.
Physical security
Video surveillance
Often, you'll see surveillance cameras around an organization's premises or a residential property. These cameras are often interconnected to create a Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) network. Modern CCTV systems are now IP-based, which allows the video traffic media to be digitized and pass through an Ethernet network. This means...