I've reviewed security systems from all major brands. Here are my most important recommendations when you're ready to set up your own.

Just having an alarm system may reduce your chance of a break-in, according to recent studies. With the economy still faltering, police expect to see more home burglaries. And alarm companies report ...

Home security systems—once the exclusive domain of high-priced professional installers—have never been more affordable, and the hardware and software is simpler, more intuitive, and easier to set up ...

Commentary: I didn't need a technician to come to my home to set up ADT's smart security system. Here's what it includes and how I did my own DIY installation. Kimanzi Constable CNET Perspectives ...

A break-in attempt led us to install a DIY security system with no contracts or fees. Here’s how we chose the best option for our home. A few weeks ago, someone attempted a break-in at my house in the ...

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The best home security systems are user-friendly, affordable and customizable to your needs. NerdWallet is committed to editorial integrityMany or all of the products on this page are from partners ...