7 crucial rules for setting up a home security camera - and risky spots to avoid

Maria Diaz/ZDNET If you're a subscriber to the Nextdoor app, you've seen ample footage of prowling ne'er-do-wells caught in the eye of a video doorbell or home security camera. Hopefully, you don't have your own first-hand experience with suspicious characters milling around your front porch, or far worse. Also: How I saved $30 a month with these backyard solar panels (and why they're worth it) For good reason, security cameras continue to grow in popularity, and we can expect them to become even more reliable and affordable in 2025. While we don't necessarily require super high-res imagery from these discrete little devices, you can get the most out of them by being mindful of a few factors -- especially where you position your camera(s). 1. Avoid obstructions (even future obstructions) Obviously, you won't be putting a lens behind anything that blocks its view. Sometimes, though, that can include objects that change in size or shape over time, like trees and shrubs. During wint ... Read full article.