The University of Wisconsin-Madison is in the process of updating its current campus-wide security camera system to improve crime prevention and safety, according to a statement released by the university Thursday.
More than 1,000 cameras and storage devices, spread out over 300 buildings on campus, will be installed to update the current closed-circuit camera system with a brand new internet protocol, or IP system, which allows video to be shared wirelessly.
The new technology will allow the UW-Madison Police Department to solve crimes more easily because the video feeds will be in high-definition color instead of black and white, which will allow for better identification of suspects, according to the statement.
The installation of the new camera system will focus on new buildings, such as La Bahn Arena and the Gordon Dining and Event Center, first to ensure they are the most up to date.
