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dsr_ ◴[12 Oct 23 19:34 UTC] No.37862022[source]▶
We have a non-networked, non-remote electronic combo lock for our front door.

We are never locked out. There is no key under a rock. The phone cannot get unpaired, the remote cannot be intercepted and replayed. If we are on vacation, we can call up a friend and tell them a code so they can get in.

A 9V battery lasts about three years, then it starts flashing and beeping every time you open the door for a month before dying. If you already have the right hole in the door, it takes about 20 minutes to install.

And if you're intent on breaking in, well, the windows are made of glass. Please don't do that.

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1. pyinstallwoes ◴[13 Oct 23 02:46 UTC] No.37865960[source]▶
You can use a 'sticky film' for the glass that allegedly really fucks w/ any burglar.
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2. coolspot ◴[13 Oct 23 06:07 UTC] No.37867269[source]▶
Burglar here. Actually we prefer the sticky film, because then the glass comes out as a one piece. Makes entry much safer, and workplace safety is important!
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3. pyinstallwoes ◴[13 Oct 23 08:36 UTC] No.37868259[source]▶
I thought it doesn't break cleanly and then can cut them up trying to break it more?