Smarthome/Internet of Things Glossary
The possibilities in Home Automation are endless. We've compiled this glossary to help make sense of it all.
A new version of the Bluetooth wireless technology that offers significantly lower power consumption than previous versions.
Sun, 12 Oct, 2014 at 4:16 AM
Standard for the short-range wireless interconnection of mobile phones, computers, and other electronic devices.
Sun, 12 Oct, 2014 at 4:17 AM
The newest Bluetooth protocol that uses less power in communicating with device, increasing efficiency and saving battery life.
Sun, 12 Oct, 2014 at 4:17 AM
When the performance of an entire unit is compromised by small issues or components.
Sun, 12 Oct, 2014 at 4:22 AM
The main "smart" controller that serves as the core of a smarthome's automation system.
Sun, 12 Oct, 2014 at 4:22 AM
A device that can be used to sense the amount of light in the surroundings.
Sun, 12 Oct, 2014 at 4:23 AM
Category 6 cable. Standardized cable for Gigabit Ethernet and other network physical layers.
Sun, 12 Oct, 2014 at 4:24 AM