<p dir="ltr">Higher resolution (like 4K) and faster frame rates (FPS) increase the data bitrate, which fills your hard drive quicker. To save space:



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<li>Use H.265 video compression instead of H.264, as it is more efficient.</li>
<li>Use motion-based recording instead of 24/7 recording. The article notes that continuous recording typically lasts 7 to 14 days, while motion-based recording can last over 30 days.</li>
<li>Choose enough CCTV storage (HDD, SSD, microSD, or cloud) for your resolution and recording mode.</li>
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