Author : Dwight Spivey
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 32,91 MB
Release : 2015-02-23
Category : Computers
ISBN : 1118949269
Ready to control you house with your smartphone or tablet? Spivey shows you how to control thermostats, home security systems, and much more! Best of all, with these plain-English instructions, you can do it yourself!
Author : Danny Briere
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 436 pages
File Size : 35,69 MB
Release : 2011-02-09
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 1118051742
Do you long to listen to your favorite CD from anywhere in your house? To set up a wireless network so you can access the Internet in any room? To install an iron-clad security system? To fire up the coffee pot while you’re still asleep and wake up with automated lighting? Smart home technology can help you do just that! Smart Homes For Dummies, Third Edition, shows you how easy it can be to create and live in a cutting-edge, fully connected home—without breaking your bank account. With this user-friendly guide, you’ll discover all the latest trends and gadgets in home networking, automation, and control that will help you make life more enjoyable and comfortable for your entire family. We help you plan for things such as flat-screen TVs, intercom systems, whole-home audio systems, gaming consoles, and satellite systems. We talk about your wiring (and wireless) options and introduce you to the latest technologies, such as VoIP and Bluetooth. You’ll see how to: Build your home network on a budget Turn your home into an entertainment center Access the Internet from any room Get VoIP on your phone network Boost in-home wireless and cell phone signals Connect your computer to your TV Secure your home and property Increase your home’s resale value Avoid common networking pitfalls And much, much more Complete with a resource list for more information and neat toys of the future, Smart Homes For Dummies is your plain-English, twenty-first century guide to a fully wired home!
Author : Dwight Spivey
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 20,54 MB
Release : 2015-02-09
Category : Computers
ISBN : 1118949641
The easy way to control your home appliances Do you want to control common household appliances and amenities from your smartphone or tablet, wherever you happen to be? Home Automation For Dummies guides you through installing and setting up app-controlled devices in your home, such as heating and air conditioning, lighting, multimedia systems, game consoles, and security and monitoring devices—and even suggests popular products to consider. The saturation of the mobile market with smart devices has led to an upsurge in domestic devices, such as thermostats, refrigerators, smoke detectors, security systems, among others, that can be controlled by those devices. Both Google and Apple offer fully-integrated solutions for connecting mobile devices to home theater and audio systems, and now Google has branched out into smart thermostats and smoke detectors. If you've caught the bug and want to get your feet wet in this cool new phenomenon, Home Automation For Dummies gives you plain-English, step-by-step instructions for tech-ifying your home without breaking a sweat. Provides clear instructions on remotely controlling your home appliances Shows you how to set preferences to automatically adjust lighting or temperature Explores digital "life hacks" that explain how non-app-ready appliances can be controlled via smart phones using third-party go-betweens Covers an emerging segment of the industry that was one of the primary focuses of this year's Consumer Electronic Show If you're looking to find new ways to simplify and better control your home environment using app-driven devices, your phone, or tablet, Home Automation For Dummies makes it easier.
Author : Dennis C. Brewer
Publisher : Pearson Education
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 25,8 MB
Release : 2013
Category : Computers
ISBN : 0789751240
"Make your home smarter, safer, and more fun--and save money, too! Home automation is finally practical, useful, and easy! Now, you can control your home exactly the way you want to, without paying monthly fees. This book shows how to do it all yourself, with today's simpler, more reliable, less expensive technologies."--From publisher.
Author : Mathew Sweezey
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 326 pages
File Size : 36,44 MB
Release : 2014-04-14
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1118772229
Multiply the effectiveness of your campaigns with marketing automation Marketing automation technology has been shown to dramatically increase lead conversions and average deal sizes as well as improving forecasting and customer segmentation. A subset of CRM, it focuses on defining, scheduling, segmenting, and tracking marketing campaigns. This friendly book demystifies marketing automation in straightforward terms, helping you leverage the tools and handle the processes that will enable a seamless integration with your CRM program. Learn to establish a buyer profile, assess your needs, select tools, create a lead scoring model, and much more. Marketing automation is a next-generation, CRM-related tool for increasing lead conversions and improving forecasting and customer segmentation This book provides an easy-to-understand introduction to the tools and technology, helping you evaluate your current processes, choose the appropriate tools, and follow best practices in making the most of them Written by Mathew Sweezey, Marketing Automation Evangelist at Pardot (ExactTarget), a leading provider of marketing automation solutions Covers working with the marketing lifecycle, evaluating your assets, integrating marketing automation with CRM and with other processes, nurturing your leads, and using marketing automation to reach buyers via e-mail, social media, and more Marketing Automation For Dummies is the ideal guide to get you up and running with marketing automation, putting your business on the cutting edge and enhancing your competitiveness.
Author : Steven Goodwin
Publisher : Apress
Page : 318 pages
File Size : 32,11 MB
Release : 2013-07-27
Category : Computers
ISBN : 1430258888
Smart Home Automation with Linux and Raspberry Pi shows you how to automate your lights, curtains, music, and more, and control everything via a laptop or mobile phone. You'll learn how to use Linux, including Linux on Raspberry Pi, to control appliances and everything from kettles to curtains, including how to hack game consoles and even incorporate LEGO Mindstorms into your smart home schemes. You’ll discover the practicalities on wiring a house in terms of both and power and networking, along with the selection and placement of servers. There are also explanations on handling communication to (and from) your computer with speech, SMS, email, and web. Finally, you’ll see how your automated appliances can collaborate to become a smart home. Smart Home Automation with Linux was already an excellent resource for home automation, and in this second edition, Steven Goodwin will show you how a house can be fully controlled by its occupants, all using open source software and even open source hardware like Raspberry Pi and Arduino.
Author : Charles Nehme
Publisher : Charles Nehme
Page : 54 pages
File Size : 38,5 MB
Release :
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN :
Welcome to the forefront of modern living, where technology seamlessly integrates with our homes to enhance comfort, efficiency, and security. In this era of rapid technological advancement, the concept of home automation has emerged as a transformative force, reshaping the way we interact with our living spaces and redefining our expectations of modern convenience. In the pages that follow, we embark on a journey through the evolution of home automation—a journey that traces the trajectory of innovation from its humble beginnings to its current status as a cornerstone of contemporary living. We delve into the intricacies of smart devices, exploring their capabilities, functionalities, and the profound impact they have on our daily lives. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of a rapidly changing world, where the boundaries between the physical and digital realms blur, and where connectivity reigns supreme. As we navigate through the chapters, we encounter a diverse array of smart technologies—from intelligent thermostats and lighting systems to sophisticated security cameras and locks—all designed to streamline our routines, conserve resources, and provide unparalleled levels of control and convenience. But home automation is more than just a collection of gadgets and gizmos; it is a testament to human ingenuity and our relentless pursuit of progress. It represents a convergence of innovation, creativity, and craftsmanship, as engineers, designers, and visionaries collaborate to push the boundaries of what is possible. At its core, home automation is about empowerment—empowering individuals to live smarter, more sustainable lives; empowering families to connect and communicate more seamlessly; and empowering communities to thrive in an increasingly interconnected world. As we embark on this exploration of home automation, let us reflect on the remarkable journey that has brought us to this moment—a journey fueled by curiosity, driven by ambition, and guided by a shared vision of a better, more connected future. Together, let us embrace the possibilities that lie ahead and embark on a voyage of discovery into the boundless potential of the smart home. So, dear reader, prepare to be inspired, informed, and enlightened as we embark on a quest to unravel the mysteries of home automation and unlock the secrets of modern living. The journey awaits—let us embark together into the brave new world of the smart home.
Author : Neil Cherry
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 387 pages
File Size : 15,13 MB
Release : 2006-07-14
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780470085967
A Linux smart home is about controlling and monitoring devices and information around your home using a standard personal computer, Linux, and its vast array of open source tools. You don’t have to be a master programmer to create one. If you like to tinker with Linux, Linux Smart Homes For Dummies will guide you through cool home automation projects that are as much fun to work on as they are to use. Home automation used to be limited to turning on lights and appliances, and maybe controlling your thermostat and lawn sprinkler, from your computer. While you still might not be able to create all the Jetsons’ toys, today you can also Build a wireless network Create and set up a weather station Automate your TV and sound system Spy on your pets when you’re not home Set up an answering system that knows what to do with calls Increase your home’s security If you know how to use Linux and a few basic development tools — Perl, the BASH shell, development libraries, and the GNU C compiler—Linux Smart Homes For Dummies will help you do all these tricks and more. For example, you can Discover the best sources for Linux-based home automation devices Set up a wireless network, create a wireless access point, build a bridge between wired and wireless networks, and route your own network traffic Build a personal video recorder with MythTV that will record to DVD, or set up a wireless streaming music system Create a smart phone system that takes messages and forwards them to your fax, modem, or answering machine Build a weather station that notifies you of severe weather alerts Control and secure your home automation network, and even check on your house when you’re away The bonus CD-ROM includes all kinds of cool open source software for your home automation projects. Linux Smart Homes For Dummies even includes lists of cool gadgets to check out and great ways to automate those boring household chores. A smart home’s a happy home!
Author : John Rizzo
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 388 pages
File Size : 50,39 MB
Release : 2006-01-13
Category : Computers
ISBN : 0470006919
Starting at $499, the diminutive Mac mini-2.5 inches tall, 6.5 inches wide, and 2.9 pounds-is expected to become Apple's bestselling computer, with projected shipments of 100,000 units a month This book offers several projects-some easy, some more challenging-to help people tweak, modify, and transform a Mac mini Modest modifications include creating a Mac mini home theater, an appliance controller, and a travel kit; other more complex (but very cool!) mods require wielding a soldering iron Offers detailed, illustrated step-by-step instructions-including how to open the Mac mini, keep track of pieces, and avoid damage-that enable even novice tinkerers to complete the projects
Author : Joe Hutsko
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 362 pages
File Size : 23,6 MB
Release : 2009-06-29
Category : Computers
ISBN : 0470469145
Save some green by going green with these environmentally friendly gadgets! With concern for the future of our environment growing stronger and more serious every day, there has never been a better time to take a new approach to some of the most popular gizmos and gadgets on the market and learn how you can convernt to electronics that have minimal environmental impact. Green gadgets encompass everything from iPods to energy-efficient home entertainment devices to solar laptop chargers and crank-powered gizmos. This helpful resource explains how to research green gadgets, make a smart purchasing decision, use products you already own in a more environmentally friendly way, and say goodbye to electronics that zap both energy and money. Explore the environmental and financial benefits of green gadgets with this friendly reference Discusses which gadgets save energy-and which ones create energy Learn ways to offset your carbon footprint when you can't reduce consumption Get tips for understanding products labels and avoiding "greenwash" Discover how to calculate the energy and money your gadgets consume Get moving and start living green with this informative guide to environmentally and wallet-friendly gadgets! Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.
