The document discusses research on the effectiveness of video surveillance in residential communities. According to a New York Times study, crimes dropped 50% in 2020 due to surveillance cameras. Police found footage helpful for investigations. Another study found that 60% of imprisoned burglars looked for alarms before breaking in, and would avoid houses with cameras. The document recommends placing cameras at entry points like the front door, back door, garage, and hallways to help monitor a home and detect criminal activity. It also discusses remote monitoring services that provide security even when on-ground teams are off duty.