Home Automation
How Not to Be Overwhelmed by Technology Smart homes are homes that can be controlled by the touch of a button. A whole house can small homes to a tiny home controller via a home automation system. The controller is like a remote control that can be used to activate systems around the home. If a smart home is well designed it will appear that the house actually runs all by itself. It seems to run totally unassisted. This means that the sprinklers will go on and off automatically, the coffee will automatically be brewed in the morning right before you awaken, lights will go on and off in the apropos room at the correct time, the blinds will open automatically, security systems will be activated, entertainment systems will show movies or play music, etc. Some units even will allow people to order groceries and have them delivered. While this may seem like a frivolous luxury to some, it is a blessing for people who are confined to their homes for one reason or another. However, there