By all (36) , the time is right for houses to become " (37) "During the last decade, (38) have readily accepted such technological wonders as microwave ovens, fax machines and cellular phones. Our cars use microprocessors, automated tellers abound; and (39) everyone has access to a personal computer. Though many of us (40) to be technophobic, the reality is we’re pretty (41) to gizmos and gadgets that do things for us. The interest in home automation, however, is not born of a desire to create a space-age home. It stems from a (42) interest in ways to make houses safe, energy (43) and more comfortable.
Take security, for example. If there is a fire, (44) , turn on the lights, unlock the doors, set off an alar mand call the fire department. (45) .
Automated security systems can also detect gas and water leaks, limit home access to specific times of the day—perfect for cleaning help or maintenance people—and (46) .
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tell you which doors and windows are open when you activate ......