[PLUG-ANNOUNCE] February PLUG Meeting: Zoneminder (in person!)

[Michael Dexter]

Portland Linux/Unix Group General Meeting Announcement

Who: Ted Mittelstaedt
What: Setting up inexpensive home security cameras with ZoneMinder to 
secure your home or business
Where: 5500 SW Dosch Rd, Portland
When: Thursday, February 2nd, 2023 at 7pm
Why: The pursuit of technology freedom

Today there are a number of inexpensive home security cameras on the 
market that can be used to decrease the chance that your home or 
property will be tampered with.  There's been a rash of catalytic 
converter and gasoline thefts in the Portland area in recent years, 
these require expensive replacements and repair of vehicle gas tanks 
that have been drilled into.  Many homes in Portland do not have garages 
and residents use street parking.  With the increasing use of electric 
vehicles and portable charging cables, the potential for theft and 
mischief exists as well.  While a camera system may not prevent a theft, 
a good system can get a clear picture of the perpetrators and allow 
police to make an arrest.  These systems also serve as a visual 
deterrent.  This presentation will cover several camera systems and 
different concerns for mounting, cabling, and camera selection as well 
as recording camera data using ZoneMinder running on Linux and 
considerations for setting up this system.

Rules and Requests:

Please bring and properly fit a mask unless actively presenting

PLUG is open to everyone and does not tolerate abusive behavior on its 
mailing lists or at its meetings

Do not leave valuables in your car


Calagator Page: https://calagator.org/events/1250480212

Google Maps Link:
https://www.google.com/maps/place/5500+SW+Dosch+Rd,+Portland,+OR+97239

Some might head to Hillsdale Brewery & Public House near the Library:
https://www.mcmenamins.com/hillsdale-brewery-public-house

Rideshares likely available

PLUG Page with information about all PLUG events: http://pdxlinux.org/

Michael Dexter
PLUG Volunteer