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  • On Jan. 18, 2010, Tyco announced it was acquiring Brink's, a rival to its ADT home-security unit, in a cash-and-stock deal worth $2 billion.

    SEC Settles Trading Charges Tied to Tyco-Brink's Deal Chad Bray 2011

  • Tyco International plans to split into three publicly traded home-security, pipes and valves, and fire-protection companies in about 12 months, its second breakup in less than 10 years.

    What's News— 2011

  • Sure, there are minor variations that merely reflect the modern world; yet even the inclusion of cell phones and elaborate electronic safes and home-security systems can't keep this predictable thriller from ending up about where you expect, with pistols and nailguns.

    Marshall Fine: Movie Review: Trespass Marshall Fine 2011

  • Safety first Handheld devices with web browsers have also triggered developments in home-security systems, allowing homeowners to monitor their houses any time, anywhere from the palms of their hands.

    Raising the IQ of smart homes Javier Espinoza 2011

  • Tyco International plans to split into three publicly traded home-security, pipes and valves, and fire-protection companies in about 12 months, its second breakup in four years.

    What's News— 2011

  • The home-security package, which will be online and on newsstands in early May, will also include tips for protecting your car, your finances and your computer data.

    Testing door locks using tips and tricks from the pros—burglars 2011

  • Sales representatives allegedly misled homeowners into believing their existing home-security provider had gone out of business, merged with Pinnacle or was affiliated with the company, Mr. Cuomo said.

    Security Firm Agrees to Pay Restitution 2010

  • A Utah home-security company has agreed to pay restitution and change its sales practices to end a probe into allegations it used deceptive tactics to trick New Yorkers into signing contracts with the company, New York Attorney General

    Security Firm Agrees to Pay Restitution 2010

  • The electrical and metal-products business swung to a profit and the ADT home-security business reported 23% growth.

    Tyco Posts Profit, Spinoff Planned 2010

  • The latest technology to enter the home-security market allows you to use your cellphone and computer to control and monitor access to your home.

    Product Preview: Schlage LiNK system ushers latchkey kids into the digital era 2009

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