CCTV – or closed-circuit television – is a non-public TV system that allows homeowners and businesses to monitor their premises; in most cases, CCTV is required for either surveillance or security.
An effective CCTV system will rely on the strategic use of a camera or cameras, as well as observation of the feeds or recordings via a monitor.however, advances in video and security technology has allowed for greater flexibility, with digital transmission and even remote access allowing homeowners and businesses even greater command of their security equipment.