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Want to learn more about electronic gadgets? We'll take a look at some of the classics, such as metal detectors and anti-shoplifting devices and some next-gen, like night vision gadgets and digital jewelry.
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"How Anti-shoplifting Devices Work." 01 April 2000. HowStuffWorks.com. <http://electronics.howstuffworks.com/anti-shoplifting-device.htm> 13 May 2008.
Inside This Article
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Introduction to How Anti-shoplifting Devices Work
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Is Anchoring the Merchandise in Place a Good Idea?
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How Do Tag and Alarm Systems Work?
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How Do Radio Frequency EAS Systems Work?
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How Does An Electromagnetic System Work?
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What's the Third Type of EAS System Used Most Often?
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What Other Devices and Components Are Used with the EAS Systems?
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What Is Source Tagging All About?
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How Much Does An EAS System Cost?
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Inside This Article
1.
Introduction to How Anti-shoplifting Devices Work
2.
Is Anchoring the Merchandise in Place a Good Idea?
3.
How Do Tag and Alarm Systems Work?
4.
How Do Radio Frequency EAS Systems Work?
5.
How Does An Electromagnetic System Work?
6.
What's the Third Type of EAS System Used Most Often?
7.
What Other Devices and Components Are Used with the EAS Systems?
8.
What Is Source Tagging All About?
9.
How Much Does An EAS System Cost?
10.
Lots More Information
11.
See all
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