Real Security vs, "Feel good Security" False assumptions

This topic covers a wide range of information , too much for one blog, so it will be covered in small bites in several blogs.

Because false assumptions result in the most break-ins this our first topic.

When discussing the importance of good physical security, i.e. strong locks, high security locks, etc., we often hear the following false assumptions:

1. We have an alarm
2. We have a large dog
3. We have a gun
4. We have neighborhood watch
5. I live on the upper stories of my building
6. We have a guard gated community

These are just a few and you may have answers to add to these. These are examples of "feel good" security, not "real" security.

The goal of security is the keep the bad guys from getting in from the outset not dealing with them once they are already in, which the first three assumptions do not accomplish. Nor do they keep you safe if you are at home!
Achieving good security requires different layers of defense,no different than the military that fights a war. In simple terms, your first line of defense is your Physical security, your second line of defense is your alarm, dog, etc.
We believe in the attributes of an alarm , we have them ourselves, we just don't want it to go off because we made it easy for the bad guys to get in and set it off.

Upcoming blogs will cover:

Strategies for good physical security
What is the difference between a common lock and a High security lock?
Simple and inexpensive ways to beef up your security
Securing your door, not just a lock
Why the locks at big box stores are not what you think, even when you see the same model number.
Pros and Cons of Master keying common locks
Are all keys created equal? Why your duplicates don't work.
A working key does not mean it is a "good" key, why?
Key cutters are not the same as locksmith

REMEMBER THIS IS YOUR FORUM FOR QUESTIONS AND YOUR TOPICS ARE WELCOME!

STAY SAFE,

JACK & VIKKI FLAM