Which programming features allow parts of a security system to remain active in occupied areas?

The concept of "Home and Away" modes in security systems is designed to enhance functionality and user convenience in occupied areas. When a security system is set to "Home" mode, it permits specific zones to remain active while others are disarmed. This allows occupants to move freely within the home without triggering alarms, providing a balance between security and convenience.

This feature is particularly useful because it enables users to have security measures in place for vulnerable areas while still allowing them to exist unhindered within their living spaces. For instance, sensors on entry points may remain active to deter any unauthorized access while interior motion detectors may be disabled, ensuring comfort without compromising safety.

The other options, while relevant to the broader context of security systems, do not specifically address the ability to maintain active security measures in occupied spaces in the same way. "Stay mode," for example, pertains to maintaining some level of security but does not inherently distinguish between occupied and unoccupied zones. "Zone bypass" typically refers to intentionally disabling certain security zones, and "Secure entry" relates to accessing the premises securely, rather than managing security while the area is in use. Thus, "Home and Away" modes specifically facilitate the desired functionality in active occupied areas.