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Wireless Protocols in Home Automation: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Zigbee and Thread
Introduction Wireless protocols are a fundamental part of modern home automation. Although wired solutions remain the preferred option when maximum reliability is required, it is not always possible or economically viable to run cables to every device. In these cases, wireless technologies make it possible to add sensors, switches, actuators, and other devices without construction work or modifications to the existing installation. As a trade-off, wireless communications are more susceptible to interference and depend on signal coverage quality. Even so, modern protocols have evolved significantly and, when implemented correctly, provide more than enough reliability for most residential applications.
June 20, 2026
Wired Protocols in Home Automation: KNX TP, CAN, RS-485 and Ethernet
Introduction Wired protocols remain the benchmark for home automation installations where maximum reliability is required. Unlike wireless technologies, the transmission medium is a physical cable, which significantly reduces sensitivity to interference and enables more predictable communication. Most of these technologies also allow power to be supplied to devices through the same cable, simplifying installation and reducing the number of power supplies required. However, not all wired protocols are the same. Some are designed as shared buses, where multiple devices communicate over the same cable, while others use point-to-point links and require additional equipment such as switches.
June 13, 2026
Wired vs Wireless Protocols in Home Automation
Introduction One of the first decisions when designing a home automation system is whether to use wired or wireless technologies. Both options have advantages and drawbacks, and the right choice will depend on the type of property, the available budget, and the reliability requirements of each project. In this article, we will examine the characteristics of each approach and look at the situations where one may be more suitable than the other.
June 6, 2026
Install Windows 10 from USB
In this guide, we will see how to perform a clean installation of Windows 10 from a bootable USB drive, ensuring that you install the latest official version without any third-party modifications. I will keep updating this guide whenever new ISO images are released, so by following this tutorial you can be sure that you are always installing the most recent ISO, avoiding the need to install hundreds of updates later through Windows Update. At the time of writing, the latest ISO images are version 1703 (Creators Update), released on April 5, 2017.
August 3, 2015