Almost all active Internet users have mastered cloud space for personal photo-video materials and documents storage. Without even going into technical details, we understand that this method is simple, convenient and economical. A similar system operates in the sphere of surveillance. Let’s talk about what cloud recording is and what benefits it brings in a video monitoring system. Read on.
We use cloud recording method when the video recorder by the surveillance camera is sent to the Internet space (cloud or cloud server) for storage and playback. At the same time, the user does not need to purchase special equipment for data storage (large hard disk, surveillance camera recorder, cameras with flash drives).
Cloud video surveillance is suitable for both business and home monitoring.
You can read about how to quickly install a cloud video surveillance system for business in our article “Cloud video surveillance for your business: install in 3 steps.“
Please note that as part of business processes, cloud recording from CCTV cameras can bring clear benefits to:
The goal is to obtain a large amount of information about employees’ behaviour and visitors / buyers’ behavioural characteristics.
The goal is to quickly obtain information from the video archive, for example, a particular passage. Also, to receive notifications on a mobile device about events occurring at the facility.
The goal is to increase storage space in a few simple steps without additional financial investments and server settings.
The modern development of technology in video surveillance provides users with several ways to interact with the cloud.
Our editors always recommend using up-to-date equipment in the video monitoring system, namely IP or network cameras, as well as mobile devices.
What needs to be done before starting the camcorder + cloud operation?
This method is needed to duplicate information: one copy is saved to a local disk in the recorder itself, the second copy is sent to the cloud. However, the transmission from the recorder to the cloud storage may decrease the video stream’s quality.
In November 2019, a unique opportunity appeared for mass users: to use two mobile devices + the free Faceter mobile application for full-fledged video surveillance.
You can read about how to organize the system using two smartphones with minimal technical requirements here.
We also talked in our blog about the TOP 5 best services for video surveillance with recording.
Today, you can become a cloud video surveillance system owner at no cost or minimal prices within $2.99-$4.99 a month.
The price depends on the recording quality (SD or HD) and the storage time.
Cloud storage has at least nine advantages:
Disadvantages of a cloud system:
Cloud video recording is the easiest and most convenient way to store data from camcorders. This industry is available for mass use in everyday life and business. Also, cloud video surveillance can be easily integrated with security systems and intelligent video analytics.
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