The residential integration industry is enjoying unprecedented growth in the installation of cutting edge technologies in today’s homes. This book addresses this virtual tidal wave of consumer-driven expectations and needs by providing readers with an all-inclusive source of information on computer networks, communications, home automation, cabling, wiring, and more. It creatively blends the theory of different applications such as voice, data, video, security, and home automation with the basics of residential construction into one comprehensive guide. Coverage is aimed at providing readers with an understanding of how separate systems can be linked into a unified functional network that is accessible from multiple locations.