surveillance system
[/sərˈveɪləns ˈsɪstəm/]
nounpl: surveillance systems
sistema de vigilância
1. An integrated set of equipment and procedures designed to monitor, observe, and record activities in a specific area for security, safety, or control purposes
The new surveillance system includes 24 high-definition cameras and motion sensors.
O novo sistema de vigilância inclui 24 câmeras de alta definição e sensores de movimento.
2. Technology used to keep watch over people, places, or activities, often involving cameras, audio recording, or tracking devices
The airport upgraded its surveillance system to enhance passenger safety.
O aeroporto atualizou seu sistema de vigilância para melhorar a segurança dos passageiros.
In Brazil, surveillance systems have become increasingly common in urban areas, shopping centers, and residential condominiums due to security concerns. The term 'sistema de vigilância' is widely understood across all social classes. In Portugal, there is greater emphasis on privacy legislation (GDPR compliance), making 'videovigilância' a more formally regulated term.
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