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Welcome to the Axis technical guide
to network video
The move to open video systems—combined with the benefits of networking, digital
imaging, and camera intelligence—constitutes a far more effective means of security
surveillance and remote monitoring than has ever been reached before. Network video
provides everything that analog video offers, plus a wide range of innovative functions
and features that are only possible with digital technology.
Before setting up your own system, you need to consider what features are required.
It is equally important to consider factors such as performance, interoperability,
scalability, flexibility and future-proof functionality. This guide will walk you through
these factors, helping you to achieve a solution that fully takes advantage of the
potential of network video technology.
The best in network video
Axis is the global market leader in network video. We were first to bring the benefits of network
video technology to professional video surveillance and remote monitoring applications, intro-
ducing the world's first network camera in 1996. With more than two decades of experience in
networking technologies, the largest installed base of network video products, as well as strong
partnerships with leading players across all continents, Axis is the partner of choice in network
video.
Flexible, scalable solutions
Using open technology standards that enable easy integration and scalability, Axis offers a full
range of network video solutions for surveillance and remote monitoring applications in a broad
spectrum of industry segments. Our cutting-edge portfolio comprises network cameras that
redefine the categories they represent, as well as video encoders that enable cost-effective
migration to the best in network video technology. Our offering also includes comprehensive
video management software solutions and a full range of accessories.