ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES OF SURVEILLANCE
By: Rebekah Brownson
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ideo surveillance is everywhere. Regardless of whether there are people watching, you can always bet you’re being recorded. No matter where you go, you always see people with some type of surveillance, whether it be a cell phone, home surveillance system, According to Statista, this year, the global surveillance technology or for professional use. market is expected to grow to about 90 billion U.S. dollars. Surveillance technology refers to the software necessary for monitoring behavior and activities, as well as managing information. This market also includes technology needed for video surveillance and big data.
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Surveillance is immeasurable considering it has grown such a significant amount over the years, and its becoming quite effective in helping law enforcement. Although the majority of us benefit from surveillance, this technology has both advantages and disadvantages.
