I think most people get them as a deterrent to break ins, not to spy on their neighbors. At least thats why I have one. I had my house robbed a few years back,

I think most people get them as a deterrent to break ins, not to spy on their neighbors. At least thats why I have one. I had my house robbed a few years back, which was actually horrifying. Insurance covered all the valuables, but the stuff that hurts is what can't be replaced like things from loved ones who are gone. Also your sense of security gets tarnished after something like that. I still wake up in the middle of the night sure that I hear people moving/talking in my house. Having a camera (and dogs, and just giving myself time to wake up and think things through) helps bring me back down to earth in those moments.