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Choosing a DVR, PC or Linux Based Surveillance System? Making the right Choice in Cleveland, Ohio.


One of the reacquiring questions that I am often asked is should I purchase a PC or Linux Based Surveillance System.   Purchasing a Linux based Surveillance System may save you a few dollars in the short run, but your best option is to purchase a PC Based Surveillance System allowing you to evolve with the [...]

Can my DVR (Digital Video Recorder) be repaired?


The correct answer is maybe?  In the Surveillance Industry there are two types of DVR’s.  PC based DVR’s are module units built like a normal PC, but with a DVR Capture Card and possibly a few other small accessories.  A Linux based DVR (also referred to as a Standalone DVR) can’t be repaired.  How do [...]

PC or Linux Based Surveillance System?


One of the reacquiring questions that we are asked at PCSurveillance is should I purchase a PC or Linux Based Surveillance System.   Purchasing a Linux based Surveillance System may save you a few dollars in the short run, but your best option is to purchase a PC Based Surveillance System allowing you to evolve with [...]