The Impact of CCTV Cameras in the Society

Security is a form of freedom from potential harm that may be caused by unwanted company. Since the stone age, it has been a principal practice of our ancestors to protect their goods and people. Now, in the digital era, we have progressed intellectually and even more so technologically. Unlike in the past, we do not have to physically guard something that needs protection because we have CCTV Cameras.

The Rise of CCTV Cameras

Closed-circuit television (CCTV) or video surveillance is used to monitor and record videos in order to have physical evidence. It is used as a security feature by many countries to prevent crime and terrorism in public places and private properties. The variety of usage is also continuously growing from the past decade. Public servants, such as the police are using it to videotape incidents on the job.

Technological advancement is also a big part of why CCTVs are effective today. It is easier to use video surveillance now compared to the previous decade. Many companies have integrated their video surveillance with alarm systems and monitoring devices to ensure that real-time crimes are prevented from happening.

Using CCTV to manage crimes

People will have peace of mind if they see cameras in public places. Most lawbreakers prefer to do their crimes when no one is watching. Having security cameras installed in places where there are no witnesses will surely dismay criminals. Keep in mind, that though it may deter some criminals, it will not prevent crimes from happening but it will help solve one. Recordings can be examined to discover who the culprit is and when the incident happened. The recordings can be used as evidence against the criminals when they are prosecuted in a court of law.

Responding to emergencies

Specific behavior patterns can be recognized from people who attempt suicide and the people who don’t. An alert will sound if these specific people attempt to jump on railroad tracks or on bridges. This could give time for authorities to rush over, prevent the attempted suicide from happening, and give these people help.

CCTV Cameras also have disadvantages as some people could use it for malicious acts. Nonetheless, the public interest and the safety that it has caused will be here to stay. It has indeed helped the people from harm and kept people safe.

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