It can be intimidating going into a home security store because of the technology and pressure you will receive from salesman.  It is imperative you take the time to research online prior to making your way into any stores.  After you learn a bit about what the various stores have to offer, consider your options and what will be best for your family.

Can dummy cameras provide a deterrence factor?  So long as they appear real and give every impression of being real, a criminal may think twice before doing something.