Smart Homes for Dummies, Second Edition
Editorial Reviews
Home Network News, Sept/Oct. 1999, Vol. 13 No. 8
...Smart Homes is more than simply accurate, it is truly useful, with an abundance of call-out tips ("The National Burglar & Fire Alarm Association...offers advice on how to shop for a security system and the names of contractors who have qualified for their 'Installation Quality' certificate."); warnings ("If your modem connects to your computer with an Ethernet interface...you actually need to install two separate Ethernet Network Interface Cards in your proxy server..."); and sound opinions ("You can build a very similar video distribution network that forgoes the second RG6 cable to each outlet....[but] at the risk of being repetitive, we think that this kind of abbreviated network is probably a false economy..."). The best thing about Smart Homes for Dummies--it's a wonderful guide for smart people, too.
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Edward B. Driscoll, Jr., Popular Home Automation, 2/18/2000
Who needs this book? Anyone considering installing their own home security system, whole-house audio or video system, household LAN, or even those that want a professional to do it. It gives you a good idea about what's going on, as well as meaning to those funny buzzwords that home contractors use. It's also useful for those who are interested in getting the most out of their home office or existing automation equipment. Finally, professionals who have most of their expertise in one discipline may find this helpful to learn the basics of the rest of what's out there.
Highlights: Easy to understand; broad overview of home automation; gives good descriptions of what's currently available and what to expect in the future; great idea source.
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Smart Homes for Dummies, Second Edition
Smart Homes for Dummies, Second Edition,Danny Briere,Pat Hurley,Danny Briere,Pat Hurley,For Dummies,0764525395,Computer Books: Integrated Systems,Computer Networks,Construction - Electrical,Do-It-Yourself - General,Dwellings,General,Hardware - General,Home Improvement / Construction,Home automation,Home computer networks,Home entertainment systems,Household electronics,Internet - General,Technology,Telecommunication (Engineering),Telecommunications,Communications engineering / telecommunications,Electronics engineering,Home & House Maintenance,House & Home / Remodeling & Renovation
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