Lorex security cameras and security systems are designed for DIY installation. The installation depends on the technology that the security camera or system uses. For example, we have two types of wired security camera systems: IP security systems and Analog security systems. Both require a cable from the security camera to a recorder. Wire-Free security cameras, as well as Wi-Fi security cameras do not require a hardwired connection to a recorder. Rather, they send their data wirelessly, either to a recorder, hub, or app. The difference is that Wire-Free cameras are battery-operated and do not need to be plugged in, while Wi-Fi cameras need to be plugged in or wired into the existing power connections, as is the case for Wi-Fi security doorbells and floodlight security cameras. To learn more on security camera installation, please visit our How to Install Security Cameras article.