I'm scared of people breaking into my apartment and stealing my stuff. What can I do to increase my security and/or deter thief's?
>>17492510
Have a roommate you trust.
Be seen with a firearm.
Install an additional deadbolt (apartment complex will probably not be happy)
Cameras, webcam with cloud storage would be fine
Dinky alarm system, even if it's a buzz lightyear with a trip laser that triggers him to say "TO INFINITE AND BEYOND"
>>17492510
Ever heard of an alarm system? Niggers get super scared when they hear those go off
>>17492510
90% of break-ins are crimes of opportunity - the thief was passing by or out looking for someplace to rob and spotted an open door or window.
You don't have to go overboard. Just make sure doors and windows are locked. If it is a high crime area, add an extra lock. And mark your valuable stuff with the invisible ink pens the cops might even give away free. Most stolen goods are pawned quickly, and if your stuff can be identified under UV light, you'll get it back.
Get insurance?
>>17492510
I'd say get a gun (know how to use it and be prepared to use it on an intruder), get a safe, additional locks, a roommate, and an alarm system.