Why router selection is a vital part of broadband installation
Your customer’s smart home has fiber-to-the-premises (FTTP) internet with speeds of 150 Megabits per second (Mbps) and they have a clear Wi-Fi signal through their Wi-Fi transparent media panel. But, is that enough to guarantee that all their connected devices …
Why smart bathrooms could be the next big thing
What’s the first thing customers consider when setting up their smart homes? Maybe security features like smart doorbells and smart lighting; or entertainment options like smart TV and a connected stereo. Whatever it is, their wishes should be taken into …
Why home security is a must-have smart home feature
Smart home builders, prepare to get busy. The global smart home market is expected to grow by almost 250% between 2017 and 2019 and is expected to be worth $9.4 billion by 2021. Smart home automation is among the fastest …
Is wireless internet the smart solution for multi-family dwellings?
Some may think wired-only internet is becoming a thing of the past. But if you think your days of needing structured wiring equipment are over, think again. Wi-Fi has become a must for most of your customers, while whole-home coverage …
When to use the Z-Wave standard for the smart home
Home owners and facility managers have a lot to think about when setting up Internet of Things (IoT) functionality for the smart home. Some decisions are easy enough. For example, the wiring enclosure is selected based on whether fiber optic …
Data Security and the Smart Home
Are your customers concerned about the security of their smart home? High-profile events such as the recent WannaCry Ransomware attacks get people thinking about the safety of their personal data. Those who live in smart homes – or are considering …
Virtual Private Networks Protect Your Customers Wherever They Are
Internet security is a top concern for your customers. As their broadband installer, you provide their first line of defense by supplying lockable enclosures that secure the network against physical threats. You also connect them to online protection provided by …
What is the Internet of Things?
Many people are talking about the Internet of Things (IoT) as if it were the greatest thing to ever happen to the planet, but what is it exactly? The term was first used in 1999 by Kevin Ashton, a director …