Surveillance

The volatile issues of payments and payment security have consumers, financial institutions, retailers and security professionals all wondering how to make shopping more secure. Security professionals are admitting that today, when you make a purchase, the way you make that purchase — in person, over the phone, online — can determine just how secure your transaction will be. "One in...

S&H Green Stamps set the foundation for the customer loyalty programs we see today. Beginning in 1896, participating retailers purchased the stamps from S&H that were then passed along to customers in accord with the dollar amounts they spent in stores. Customers then redeemed their stamps once they had accumulated enough for the item or items they wanted. Those who...

News has arrived of "Backoff," another point of sale (POS) malware now plaguing retailers. In an Arstechnica.com post, "Stealthy New Malware Snatching Credit Cards From Retailers’ POS Systems," Backoff is described as a variant of the malware installed on point of sale systems that was used in a series of recent attacks by cyber criminals.  The post notes that the...

News has arrived of the arrest being of one of the world's most prolific traffickers in stolen financial information. The U.S. Department for Homeland Security has announced that the Secret Service has arrested Roman Valerevich Seleznev. The Russian national known as "Track2" was originally indicted in the Western District of Washington in March, 2011 for allegedly carrying out breaches of...

Forbes.com is reporting on how, in the aftermath of the recent high-profile hacking incidents over the past year, technology is being developed to further security for credit card purchases. The hacks perpetrated against the likes of giant retailers such as Michaels, Neiman Marcus and Target have opened a view into the multi-million dollar business of credit card attacks designed to...

Most people imagine cybercrime as involving hackers from remote locations on the other side of the globe, breaking into servers to steal information and, as such, our involvement comes when the bank places a freeze on our credit cards. "Shockingly, this is not the case," reports ITPortal.com in their post, "How to Defend Against Physical Point of Sale Attacks." In...

USAToday.com has reported that P.F. Chang's China Bistro is investigating a possible data breach involving credit and debit card data that may have been stolen from its restaurant locations nationwide. The report in question comes from Brian Krebs' website KrebsOnSecurity.com, the same cybersecurity blogger who uncovered data breaches at Target earlier this year. As the only full-service point of sale...

Bloomberg news is reporting that the recent infamous data breach was the last straw for Target Corp. Chief Executive Officer Gregg Steinhafel. As the only full-service POS provider — from software development to franchise incubator to ongoing support — part of Sintel's commitment to our customers and business community is to share relevant ideas and industry information. Here are some...

Sintel Systems services a wide range of customers, from experienced franchisees which started their franchise with Sintel Systems to new ventures. Many entrepreneurs who are looking at starting a new business call the point of sale (POS) system an automated cash register or computerized cash drawer. Let's explore what a POS system is in their functions and important attributes. If...

There are many types of cameras to consider when choosing a surveillance system for your home or business. Today we will be going over two types of cameras available to consumers. The first is an IP camera, or Internet Protocol camera, and the second is a Mega Pixel Camera. Both offer there own unique blend of benefits and drawbacks, but...

Everyone knows that a job is better done with the right tools. This is no different with security camera systems. These surveillance systems are a part of a 'tool belt' of loss prevention techniques used by businesses ranging from a small convenience store to large national department store. Security cameras play an important role for any business including deterrence, detection...

Surveillance Camera Systems are quickly becoming widely available to consumers through brick and mortar stores such as Home Depot and Lowe's. These home improvement stores have begun to sell Surveillance System packages to its customers at many of their thousands of locations. These systems can often be purchased for a relatively inexpensive price and offer some key features designed to...

If you live in Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, Ventura, San Diego, or Santa Barbara 855-CCTV-SAL ca assist you with installing security cameras & DVRs bought from Costco or Sam's Club. Not only will we install it for you, we will also access to make sure you bought the right system for your needs because every need requires specifics...

Los Angeles - August 26, 2012 - The government of Dubai announced the planned installation of smart security cameras all over the emirate within days. Director of the Criminal Investigation Division, Brigadier Khalil Al Mansouri, sated that the security cameras will be used for surveillance of daily traffic and criminal activity. According to him, the smart nature of the camera systems will only necessitate the installation of a small number of...

Fullerton, Ca -  In 2011, the City of Fullerton hired Michael Gennaco, chief attorney for the Los Angeles Office of Independent Review, to investigate the beating death of Kelly Thomas whose beating was caught on security surveillance cameras on July 5, 2011. See the video. The report which was the third of as series of reports, stated that the department suffers from...

Sintel Systems, based in Glendale (California), is a high quality provider of home and business CCTV (video surveillance) security systems. We offer installation services with our systems at affordable prices. Browse our website, request a quote, or contact us today at 855-CCTV-SALES for any Security Camera systems in Glendale, Burbank, Pasadena, or anywhere in Los Angeles County. What do we offer to our Glendale...

Here are a list of the types of security camera and surveillance systems we offer. The only  type of cameras we do not offer are cheap quality camera systems. You will get value, but not cheap security cameras you cannot count on. So, for the key word hugely world, here are the types of systems we offer and we do apologize for any duplicates...

Modern Technology for the Modern Home It's late. You're awoken by a strange noise. You think there may be an intruder in your home. What do you do? Who do you call? How much time do you have? Might the intruder have already cut your phone line? Emergencies happen. Protecting your home is of great importance, whether you're there or...

“Controlling your inventory and making profits should not be the scary part of your Halloween Store.”During Halloween season, countless businesses temporarily lease vacant retail locations around the country to sell their Halloween products. However, these temporary stores experience an increased amount of shrinkage due to a number of factors, including Employee Theft, Shoplifting, Administrative Error, and Vendor Fraud. It can...

At one point Starbucks was opening 8 new stores a day worldwide. Coffee was the newest craze and everyone had to have their ice mocha latte or else the day would not go right. All stores pretty much looked the same, having identical fixtures, furniture, and of course coffee. Click Here to See Coffee Shop POS Systems Franchise POS for...

This is our first official posting. For the past 5 Years we have been providing our clients with information regarding Point of Sale, Surveillance, Networking, Audio, Video, Phones and just about anything tech related. If you want to get a quick overview of Sintel Systems you can read our About Us page located on the bottom of the home page...