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The Hidden Cybersecurity Gaps in Smart Homes (And How to Fix Them)

The Hidden Cybersecurity Gaps in Smart Homes (And How to Fix Them)

You ever get a callback for something that wasn’t your fault—but somehow, it’s now your problem? We talked to an integrator last month who’d set up a beautiful home system. All the bells and whistles. Two months later, the client’s streaming kept dropping, the HVAC glitched out, and the garage door started opening on its

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From Installation to Optimization: The Lifecycle of a Wi-Fi 7 Network

From Installation to Optimization: The Lifecycle of a Wi-Fi 7 Network

Wi-Fi 7 is here—and a lot of integrators are still deploying it with Wi-Fi 5 habits. If the only thing that changed was the gear, don’t be surprised when you’re still chasing weird performance issues after the fact. Wi-Fi 7’s full potential doesn’t show up unless your process evolves too.  What matters most is that

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What Integrators Need to Know Before Offering Cybersecurity Services

What Integrators Need to Know Before Offering Cybersecurity Services

Let’s be honest. You’ve probably thought about offering cybersecurity. You’ve heard the talk—smart homes are getting hacked, clients are asking more questions, liability’s creeping in.  But something keeps you from pulling the trigger.  Maybe it feels outside your lane. Maybe the last thing you want is another product line to support. Or maybe you’ve seen those “cybersecurity

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What the FCC’s New Cyber Trust Mark Means for You and Your Clients

What the FCC’s New Cyber Trust Mark Means for You and Your Clients

Cybersecurity in smart homes just got an official stamp of approval. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) recently named UL Solutions as the lead administrator of its new Cyber Trust Mark program set to roll out in 2025. This certification aims to help consumers identify IoT devices that meet key cybersecurity standards, such as secure software

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