Question: Which of the following is considered the first widely available home automation standard?
A Zigbee
B Wi-Fi
C X10
D Bluetooth
Answer: X10
| Technology |
Description |
Use in home automation |
Advantages |
| X10
|
· X10 is one of the earliest home automation standards, using powerline communication.
· It allows devices to communicate over existing electrical wiring.
|
· Remote control of lights
· Appliance control Home security systems
|
· Works over existing electrical wiring
· Inexpensive technology
· Simple setup
|
| Zigbee
|
· Zigbee is a low power, wireless communication protocol designed for connecting and controlling devices in the Internet of Things (IoT). |
· Smart lighting systems
· Smart locks
· Sensors and environmental controls
· Home automation hubs |
· Low power consumption
· Mesh network capability for extended range
· Interoperability between different manufacturers’ devices |
| Wi-Fi
|
· Wi-Fi, based on the IEEE 802.11 standards, is a common wireless technology for local area networking.
· It provides high speed internet connectivity. |
· Smart thermostats
· Smart speakers
· Cameras and video doorbells
· Home automation apps
|
· High data transfer rates
· Compatibility with a wide range of devices
|
| Bluetooth
|
· Bluetooth is a short-range wireless technology for data exchange between devices. |
· Bluetooth locks
· Personal area networks Wearable devices
· Smart home applications |
· Low power consumption
· Widespread device support
· Quick pairing and connection |
