About a month ago, I picked up a training lockpick set. I’ve always been curious about how lock picking works and how difficult it really is. In the process of learning, I discovered not only how easy ...

I get locked out of my house quite a lot. By "I get locked out," I mean that I contrive to accidentally lock myself out. By "quite a lot", I probably mean it happens two or three or four times a year.

This is the second of a four-part article about the security of mechanical locks and how they can be easily compromised, often in seconds, with simple to sophisticated tools that are readily available ...

Madeleine McCann’s kidnapper may have used an elaborate lock-picking kit to walk right through her family’s front door instead of snatching her through the bedroom window as has long been believed. A ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Installing door locks can be more challenging than you might think. Most modern doors are quite thin, and it's all too easy to accidentally ...

Compared with standard locks, keyless locks are more convenient and secure. There are no physical keys to lose or would be thieves to copy. Nor is there an open keyway to pick from the outside. These ...

Biometric door locks are the future, and to cut the chase short; the future is here. These locks are great for completely securing your homes and adding an added layer of protection to your privacy.