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As we approach the 8th month of the COVID-19 Pandemic it’s safe to say that the lingering effects on society will be disruptive and long-lasting. People are under more stress with fewer outlets than ever before. School, work, social life, healthcare have all been severely impacted/changed over the past 8 months. It’s challenging to wake up each day under a constant barrage of contradicting, confusing, and questionable information. If you are feeling anxious, even for the first time, you are not alone. According to Next Avenue “There’s a good chance even if you’ve never experienced serious mental health issues, such…

Businesses throughout Vermont and New Hampshire are now reopening under strict guidelines put in place by their respective state Governments. The term “business-as-usual” may never be used again as these commercial enterprises re-open to a new reality that is both uncertain and challenging.   Vermont has put together a resource from the Agency of Commerce and Community Development outlining “Restart Vermont Resources”. Here you can learn more about maximum retail occupant load and certificate of compliance for guests of lodging, campgrounds, and other accommodations.   New Hampshire has a new Stay at Home 2.0 plan. There are resources here for…

When trying to pick a commercial or residential security company/solution the options are vast and somewhat confusing. Do you simply google “security companies near me”? Do you ask a friend for a referral or do you trust your cable provider?  Recently Spectrum, a cable service provider owned by Charter Communications, informed their customers that they would be completely ending their home security offerings.  At Spectrum, we continually evaluate our products to make sure we're bringing you superior, consistent and reliable services. We perform regular reviews of our services, and, as a result, we have decommissioned our Home Security offerings. As…

This coming February 8th and 9th Tasco will be sponsoring a team for the 1st annual Put Cancer on Ice. The Tasco Titans will gather in the heart of winter to play pond hockey to support Dartmouth-Hitchcock Norris Cotton Cancer Center. The money raised at this event will benefit the Friends of Norris Cotton Cancer Center. Funds will support innovative research and patient supportive services which benefit the Upper Valley and beyond. The Norris Cotton Cancer Center (NCCC) is one of only 51 NCI Designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers in the US. Their scientists are among the brightest in their fields, pioneering ideas in the…

What Is the 3G Sunset? Mobile network providers are in the process of turning off their 3G networks to upgrade to 4G and LTE networks, with 5G not far behind. The 3G sunset is a point in time where manufacturers and carriers will stop manufacturing and supporting devices that use 3G networks. Why and when is 3G being phased out? The main reason is that our mobile network technology has gotten better. LTE can be up to ten times faster than 3G which was built for limited data transfers and voice. Consumers now require much more bandwidth to run devices…

  According to Forbes “more than 2 billion packages will be shipped between Thanksgiving and the end of the year.” As we choose to purchase more and more products on-line there is are a plethora of packages sitting at residences that are ripe for the taking. Unfortunately, thieves have noticed this and according to USA Today “package theft hits nearly one-third of Americans.” Ordering gifts for the holiday season has many benefits. You can avoid the “holiday rush” at your local shopping centers, you don’t have to haul your goods from store to the car to the house and you can take…

The use of video monitoring products and services is on the rise. As products become more affordable, technologies become more integrated and users become more tech-savvy the value that robust video monitoring systems bring to residential and commercial facilities has increased.  Traditional monitoring products utilize a DVR or NVR to record events. These systems work great in supplying authorities with a record of a crime or event when it has taken place. When an alarm has been tripped trained personnel can access the video to verify events and alert authorities when needed. However, the shortcoming of this type of technology is that…

At Tasco Security we strive to connect with our local community. A major factor in what sets Tasco apart from other national corporate security providers is our connection with our local emergency responders. In times of crisis, and when seconds matter, it is important that your security provider works seamlessly with your local first responders. For years we have supported two golf tournaments that help in raising funds for the Lebanon NH Police Department. as well as the Professional Fire Fighters of Hanover, NH IAFF L-3288. Both organizations are critical to our local communities and we are proud to help support their cause.…

It’s that time of year when many of us start to prepare for our long-awaited summer vacation. Whether you are staying local or flying international, any time you leave your home for an extended period of time there are certain precautions you should take to ensure your home’s security. According to the US Dept. of Justice “Seasonal patterns existed in household larceny and burglary victimization rates. Rates of these household crimes tended to be higher in the summer than during other seasons of the year.” Below are some simple home security tips to consider before you head out on your…

The Internet of things (IoT) is the extension of Internet connectivity into physical devices and everyday objects. Embedded with electronics, these devices can communicate and interact with others over the Internet, and they can be remotely monitored and controlled.  This new hyper-connectivity is rapidly evolving in the home and business security industry. From Wi-Fi enabled security apps to wireless doorbell cameras, the users’ ability to access their security devices and information is easier than ever before. Combine this with the advent of the “smart home”, where you can remotely connect and monitor things such as appliances and lights, we now have more…