Security Technology and Solutions Flashcards

Which type of access control system uses unique biological characteristics to verify identity?

Answer: Biometric access control

Biometric access control authenticates individuals using physical traits such as fingerprints, iris patterns, or facial recognition.

What does 'PACS' stand for in the security industry?

Answer: Physical Access Control System

PACS (Physical Access Control System) manages and restricts entry to facilities through electronic credentials and hardware.

A customer wants to detect motion in a parking lot at night. Which camera feature is most critical?

Answer: Low-light or infrared capability

Low-light or infrared (IR) cameras can capture clear images in darkness, making them essential for nighttime parking lot surveillance.

Which video surveillance storage method continuously overwrites oldest footage when capacity is reached?

Answer: Circular/loop recording

Circular or loop recording automatically overwrites the oldest video data once storage is full, ensuring continuous coverage.

In an intrusion detection system, what is a 'zone'?

Answer: A defined area or circuit monitored by one or more sensors

A zone is a specific area or sensor circuit that the alarm panel monitors independently, allowing precise identification of where an alarm triggered.

What is the primary advantage of IP-based security cameras over traditional analog cameras?

Answer: Higher resolution and remote accessibility over a network

IP cameras offer significantly higher resolution and can be accessed, managed, and recorded remotely over a network.

Which technology allows multiple building systems (access control, HVAC, fire, cameras) to communicate on a single integrated platform?

Answer: Building Management System (BMS) integration

A Building Management System (BMS) or integrated security platform unifies disparate building systems for centralized monitoring and control.