There are numerous types of locks and they all have their different construction strength and unlocking mechanisms. Let’s go over them.
First we have biometrics, which includes finger scanning, facial scanning, voice recognition, and iris scanning. These locks utilize personally identifiable information to unlock by first scanning and saving it. However, since biometrics aren’t perfect, they do combine it with a pin or a RFID card. Out of all these, iris is the safest, since patterns in your eyes are impossible to replicate and don’t leave behind any traces like a fingerprint, which you can simply use tape to steal.
Next we have electronic locks. Electronic locks were known for its pin pad with a battery powering it, but it has evolved into one with smart functions. Smart electronic locks these days even have live stream and video recording capabilities and even have object/motion detection for packages or guests.
Then we have physical and cable locks which don’t include any electronics. These two are manual mechanical systems and require either a key or combination to put the lock tumblers in the right position. While they require more work, they are cost effective and extremely reliable.
The goal of these locks is ultimately to prevent unauthorized access to information and physical assets. Having an embedded camera will most likely deter criminals. Also, consider record keeping and scalability. Some locks keep entry data like the smart locks. It records time and data of the person who entered. Also, electronic and biometric locks reduce the number of keys it needs to hand out.
While locks with cameras are probably the most secure since it does deter most criminals and you can use the video feed for insurance claims, when it comes to physical protection, they are all pretty much the same. It is only as strong as the fittings and hardware that surround them. When choosing locks, consider the level of protection you require from doors and frames.
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