how to prevent burglary?
155645
Remember that whatever you do will not make your home/office "burglar-proof."  The object is to make it as difficult for the burglars as possible.  Start simple.  Cut the shrubbery away from your windows to make them more visible to neighbors.  Install motion lights.  (Those are a lot more helpful than anyone thinks.)  If your budget will allow for it, invest in a simple alarm system.  The differnce between a burglary with an alarm system and one without is this:  The burglar in the house with an alarm knows that he has to get out pretty quick.  He takes a DVD player (or something readily available) and leaves in a hurry.  The burglar in the house without an alarm system has time to shop.  He's the guy who leaves you feeling violated, because he went through your underwear drawer looking for those hidden family heir-looms, and discovered all your secret hiding places.  He got what you were trying to keep him from finding!  Keep that guy on the run!  Get the alarm.
257662
I used to work security for a major department store and we did the same thing with people as a prank. \n\nIt simply sets off the alarms at the doors and creates a little havoc, but other than that it's completely harmless. \n\nSecurity at any retail establishment cannot (or should not) stop or detain you simply for setting off the alarms at the doors. Certain types of cell phones and other electronic devices can set the alarm off as well.
1046429
hand to hand---go for the throat so im not bit\nif i had a a gun---headshot\nif i was trying to hide---stater bros/walmart/mall\n\ngood ideas--\n ---call friends and warn them or try getting with\n ---lock doors and hope they cant open them\n ---watch day/dawn/night of the dead for a good laugh
941519
The landlord is not liable for stolen items. . . I would suggest getting renter's insurance.  It is very affordable and will cover any important property that is damaged or stolen.  Landlords who are living in the same building as the tenants can pretty much rent to whomever they want (I believe they can even discriminate in some states).  I get the feeling that you're renting a room out of a large house (sorry not sure what you meant by homestay) . . . if that is the case, I would confront the landlord and say something to the gist of "Hey, some of my things are missing and I would really like to protect my privacy.  Is there any way I can get a lock put on my door where you and I are the only keyholders?"  I'm so sorry to hear about your stuff that has gone missing!  I hope this is helpful!
150805
I'd continue to politely request that the parents control their children, padlock the gate, post no trespassing signs and finally alert the police.  If you are absent during these trespasses, hopefully you can enlist your other neighbor to make the call.  At the very least they should send a patrol car.  Your privacy is being violated and it is an issue you have every right to stand up for and expect no retaliation.  I would also suggest to the parents that your property may have hazards on it and you would be stricken should a child be injured on it.  BE careful not to sound threatening, but more like an ocd individual.
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Many keys are actually similar enough to open the same lock.\nLocks are intended to discourage, not to completely prevent unauthorized persons gaining access to something/somewhere.\n\nJust like burglar alarms, locks are successful mostly because they make the crook go next door because it's easier. They don't really prevent crime, they discourage or redirect it.
673227
When they leave change the locks and go on a trip. Then have the police watch your home while you are gone. Make sure you give their things to someone you trust that will give the things to your unwanted guest. It worked for me.
977851
Private property.  Keep out!
580538
use only one door, lock the other forever. this is the best solution. even better than putting a wall/ divider in between the doors... because a house with 2 front doors (bec you're using the back as a front) tend to break a family in 2, maybe due extra marital activities.
688615
take them to a room and lock it.. threathen them not to follow you..this is a very good plan..lol
630228
Hi, I'm a professional security consultant.  When it comes to firewalls there's no one "best" solution, there are only better choices depending upon what you need to protect and your budget.  For most home users with a computer that doesn't hold extremely sensitive personal information, the firewall built in to Windows is sufficient.  It's not a great firewall, but it's relatively easy to use and it's free with Windows.  If your computer has sensitive personal data on it (bank account information, family records, etc.) then I'd suggest an external firewall, such as one of the little boxes that Netgear makes that you can buy in the store.  These devices do a reasonably good job of keeping malicious activity away from your computer.  Personally, I don't like nor do I recommend software-based firewalls such as Zone Alarm or Norton.  While these software packages can do a good job protecting you if they're configured correctly, using a software firewall is kind of like putting a lock on the refrigerator to keep a burglar from eating all your food.  You're still letting the burglar into the house, just not allowing him into the refrigerator.  A hardware-based firewall is like putting a lock on the fence around your house -- a much better proposition!  Always go for the external firewall/router box if you can afford it.
776708
traps on your property. catch a couple of them and the owners might keep them closer to their own home.
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First thing should be to contact your local police station and ask them for advice, they'll gladly tell you what you should do in a case like this.\n\nThen, get somekind of maze or any of those intense sound alarms to keep on yourself just in case he ever comes near you to cause any harm.  Have it on you, like on a key chain or something, and always handy, just in case, especially if you're walking alone to your car or something, during the evening.  \n\nBuy a sign that states you have a house alarm and also one that states you have a guard dog and post it by the window or anywhere near the front door of your home -- those will serve as a deterrent should he ever get any ideas to break into your home. \n\nAs an extra security, add additional locks, like the chain kinds, to all of your outer doors.  \n\nAnd don't be afraid to tell as many people that you know about this creep, so they are aware of who he is and don't accidentally give out any personal information about you to him.  You never know, he may tell a coworker that he's your brother or brother-in-law and ask them something about you to get to you. \n\nWhatever you do, don't ever be afraid to take as many precautions as you can in order to be safe from this weirdo or any weirdo in general.\n\nBe careful and good luck to you!
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Dumpster diving (somebody steals your stuff from the trash).  Solution:  shread your records before throwing them away.\n\nShoulder surfing (somebody steals your PIN from the ATM).  Solution:  don't let anyone near you when you enter your PIN.\n\nLax online database security.  Solution:  always make sure any sites you buy from use SSL technology.
370750
Lock the door and keep the key with you.
972163
Keep illgeals out. The harder the laws the better
947654
Put up a fence...\n\nThe old saying "Good fences make good neighbors"\n\nThey're not really "invading your privacy since you're not doing anything to get privacy.