Turkish businessman like Vidat Sapan(ph), who sells security cameras and alarm systems, sees a potentially lucrative market in northern Iraq about to slip through his fingers.

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There are certain dangers associated with the operation of home security systems themselves (such as whether the alarm will sound properly when tripped) and the monitoring services related to these systems (such as whether the security company operator and the police will respond quickly).

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Security giant Tyco International, which makes the ubiquitous ADT alarm systems, on Tuesday predicted a gloomy outlook for the security industry and reduced its 2009 earnings estimates.

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According to the filings, some take security seriously, outfitting "C-level" employees with cars, planes and home alarm systems.

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