Background/Inspiration
Why was Marie van Brittan Brown inspired to create the modern home security system?
A. She was paid to do it.
B. Concern for safety/crime within her community.
C. For fun.
B. Concern for safety/crime within her community.
Which of the following was not a part of her invention?
A. CCTV
B. IP camera
C. Alarm system
B. IP camera
True or False?
Innovation has stopped within the home security industry.
False
Where was Marie born?
A. Queens, New York
B. Austin, Texas
C. Brooklyn, New York
A. Queens, New York
Which feature made it possible to see people of different heights?
CCTV
When did Marie's invention become commonplace in homes?
A. 2011
B. 1990s-2000s
C. 1970s-1980s
C. 1970s-1980s
What year did Marie pioneer the invention of the first modern home security system?
1966
What was the third key feature mentioned which allowed doors to be unlocked from a safe distance?
Remote Control Access
When did smart security systems start to incorporate internet connectivity?
A. 2000s
B. 2010s
C. 1990s
A. 2000s
What did she work as when she was inspired to invent the home security system?
A nurse
The Panic Button:
With a push of a button the _____ would be alerted of ______.
police, threats
What date was a patent GRANTED for the invention of the home security system?
December 2, 1969