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4 Essential Safety Tips for a Home Invasion Scenario

by Carolyn

A home invasion is every homeowner’s worst nightmare. For many people, their home represents safety, security and sanctuary. The idea that burglars could violate this sanctuary has been a topic explored in many articles, security videos and even in popular cinema. It’s true – no one wants to even think about the possibility of a home invasion. However, like with any break-in, it pays to be prepared. Here are a few useful tips to help you protect your home and…

Facebook – The Future of Social Interaction

by Carolyn

Since its creation in 2004, social media site Facebook has exploded in popularity. As of the beginning of 2011, there were over 600 million active users that login to Facebook on a regular basis. What started as a simple database of college students has become the preferred method of communication for a large majority of people. Many companies have recognized this, and are now using Facebook for marketing their products and communicating with customers. Facebook has completely changed the way…

How to Build an Inexpensive Safe Room

by Carolyn

If you were the victim of a home invasion, what would you do? What if you couldn’t get to a phone? Do you have a safe place from where you could contact your local authorities for help? These questions are part of the reason why constructing a “safe room” can be a great idea for your home. While some people spend upwards of $50,000 building a high-tech safe room, it’s possible to build a basic, affordable safe room in your…

Financial Security – How to Be Self-Employed

by Carolyn

In today’s economy, the subject of financial security has become a popular topic of discussion. More people are becoming laid off, and suddenly find themselves without a way to provide for the financial needs of their families. Many companies are cutting back on their staff, which means more people are applying for unemployment benefits. There comes a time when you have to ask yourself a very important question – how much financial security do you have? Here’s a quote from…

What Should You Keep In Your Safe Room?

by Carolyn

In 2002, Jodie Foster starred in the thriller “Panic Room”. The entire plot of the movie focused on Foster’s character and her daughter having to elude three burglars who had broken into their home. One of the home’s primary features was the “Panic Room”, a high-end safe room that featured two-way communication and other equipment. Foster and her daughter are trapped in the room for the first part of the movie, which leads to a climactic finale. Though the panic…

Should I Hire A Security Guard for Home Security?

by Carolyn

Jackie Chan is famous for his extensive filmography of martial arts movies, with his acting career beginning back in 1962. Though Jackie Chan was also famous for doing a lot of his own stunts, in the 2002 movie “The Tuxedo”, Jackie Chan’s stunts were augmented by the use of special effects. The movie, which was about an ordinary taxi driver (Chan) who came into possession of an extraordinary tuxedo, which he uses to fight off bad guys and act as…

Does the Schlage LiNK Live Up to the Hype?

by Carolyn

Schlage has definitely hyped up the release of their latest keyless entry locking system, titled the “Schlage LiNK”. Once the Schlage LiNK was released to the public, many people dropped from $300-600 on the exciting LiNK that used Z-Wave technology. However, is the Schlage LiNK really worth the money? What are some people saying about their experiences with the Schlage LiNK? Schlage LiNK Features The Schlage LiNK has many features, including: Fully Encrypted Connection The connection between the Schlage LiNK…

What Would You Take to an Underground Bomb Shelter?

by Carolyn

Every time there’s a significant natural disaster, many people express renewed interest in getting their family prepared. Some people purchase bottled water, dehydrated food and medical supplies. Other people focus on securing their home with better locks, a home security system and enhanced surveillance. With all of this interest in getting your family prepared, what have you considered? If you were the victim of a natural disaster, what do you think would be most valuable to you? This is just…

How to Prepare for a Severe Earthquake

by Carolyn

Many people are expressing concern about how to prepare for a severe earthquake, especially after the severe earthquakes in Japan and Haiti. If you live in an earthquake-prone zone, what can you do to prepare? What supplies should you keep on hand? This article will guide you through the steps that will help you prepare for a severe earthquake. Securing Shelving All of the shelves in your home should be secure in preparation for an earthquake. You should avoid free-floating…

Worried about Radiation? Here’s What You Need to Know

by Carolyn

With the growing importance of nuclear energy, many people are now becoming concerned about the effects of radiation. After the earthquake and tsunami in Japan resulted in several nuclear power plants to become damaged, radiation was released into the surrounding area. Some of that radiation is now showing up in the United States, though initially the levels seem to be low. That being said, what can you do to protect yourself from radiation? What is radiation, and how does it affect you?…

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