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4 Types of Access Control Credentials

Modern electronic access control systems, whether on-premises or cloud-hosted, offer a variety of ways to authenticate users and grant them access to a space. Credentials are typically classified into a few categories, something you have,…
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How Automation Can Help to Keep New Year’s Resolutions

It is that time again—time to make New year’s resolutions and then feel horrible when you break them a week later. Let’s face it, forming any new habit is a daunting task, no matter how hard we try. This year, though, can be different.…
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5 Security Tips to Get Your Business Holiday Season Ready

The holiday season is back in full swing and for many businesses, that often means an influx of customers but also an increase in security threats. To ensure that your business is ready for the holidays, it is essential to take some steps beforehand…
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Road Safety Tips to Protect Kids

Schools are back in session and adults are returning to the office and getting back to their regular routines after a year spent at home. As people get back to their routines, it also means that more people are getting back on the road to get…
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Home Surveillance Systems

WHAT IS A HOME SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM? A home surveillance system is a set of automated electronic devices that help to protect you, your family, and your property from threats. A sophisticated home surveillance system will keep you from becoming…
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Video Doorbell

One of the most exciting pieces of surveillance technology coming to the market soon is the upgraded, integrated video doorbell. Usually, a video doorbell is designed to alert the owner’s cell phone whenever someone pushes the doorbell. Normally,…

Internet Speed required for Alarm.com Cameras

Your Internet Upload speed is very important for a reliable video connection. You must also consider all of the other devices you have connected in your home. Each video device connected such as a video doorbell, a camera and…

Protected: Ryan Homes White Glove Meeting

Hello & Congratulations on your new Ryan Home.   My name is Mark Recene, and I’d like to welcome you to HS Tech Group’s smart home experience. Ryan Homes has chosen HST to assist you with your smart…
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COVID-19 Notice 3-16-2020

HST’s Responsibility To You As the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak continues to develop, HS Tech Group would like to express our concern for all those who have been affected. Our employees, customers, and partners are our priority…
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Santa Claus is Coming to Town

Catch Santa in Action on your Alarm.com Camera

What is 3G and how will the 3G Sunset affect your Security System?

In order to explain what the 3G Sunset is, it’s important to understand the evolution of mobile broadband. It’s hard to believe there was a time when we didn’t have smartphones or instant access to information.  The evolution…
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Wellcam – Peace of Mind While Your Loved Ones are Aging in Place

The Wall street Journal estimates that more than 30 million Americans currently care for aging family members who choose to live at home and the number is expected to grow.  Today’s seniors will live longer in old age than any generation…