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Installations: The Home of Tomorrow is Here! Page 5

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RACKS A Russound audio zone controllers and amplifiers B Network hub with Lifecontroller, Lifestorage A/V servers, HP DECs, and routers C Altronix security camera panel with routers D AC power supplies PANELS 1 Russound house-audio speaker patch panel 2 Whole-house audio keypads and Lifepoint controllers 3 Lifepoint touchpanel power supply - Panel 1 4 Lifepoint touchpanel power supply - Panel 2 5 Cable-TV distribution panel 6 Satellite-TV distribution panel 7 Phone distribution panel 8 Home-network distribution panel 9 Aprilaire thermostat panel 10 Power distribution panel 11 - 13 DSC security-system panels 14 - 17 House-security access control panels
Are PC-based systems custom installation's inevitable future? Given Microsoft's considerable clout (HP is no slouch, either), it's not hard to imagine how far it can run with a flexible, comprehensive, well-executed whole-house solution. And it's got the bucks and marketing clout to make life uncomfortable for the smaller guys hawking high-end systems. But given the Microsoft behemoth's often loutish behavior and its zeal for imposing its products on the public instead of listening to the average guy's needs, there's a good chance it could be its own worst enemy in the battle for smart-home domination.

If EI's Lifeware is indeed a glimpse of the likely future, though, it might be time for even the most hardened computerphobes to think about welcoming a PC into their home-entertainment systems. Silicon is working its way into just about every kind of A/V component anyway, and a reasonably priced system that can take advantage of your existing computers while easily assimilating all manner of third-party gear would seem a godsend for just about any homeowner.

Is Exceptional Innovation's Lifeware the real deal? Well, in this one elegantly tricked-out Columbus home, it seemed real enough to me.

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Submitted by Katty Brown on June 21, 2023 - 4:10am

The innovative technology highlighted in this article makes it clear that the home of tomorrow is already here. As we integrate more smart technology into our homes, it's crucial to have reliable support and expertise. That's where companies like Da-Com come into the picture, providing robust solutions and services to help navigate the evolving tech landscape. Their commitment to customer service and tech proficiency makes them a trusted partner in the journey towards fully automated and connected homes. It's fascinating to witness these strides in technology, and with companies like Da-Com, the future of home automation looks very promising.

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