The call is due to a router problem, as the internet isn't working properly. Once the necessary arrangements have been made, the operator says one last thing before hanging up: he asks the customer if they have a home alarm, and hints that they have an offer that's hard to refuse. Another person goes to a bank to set up a direct deposit for their payroll. The conversation turns, again, to an alarm: they also have an offer that significantly reduces the price. These are two anecdotal situations, but they demonstrate how burglar alarms are present in our daily lives. They are offered by telephone companies and banks, and in some cases, they are required to sign a mortgage.

This Sunday, we have a special dossier with tips to prevent burglars from entering your home during the holidays, one of the dangers that accompanies every summer. We'll analyze the case of second homes and the effectiveness of alarm companies.