HTI+ Guide to Home Networking is a practical guide to the networking technologies, audio visual systems, automation methods, and telecommunications techniques that converge in integrated home technology. This book helps prepare readers for the two-part CompTIA HTI+ (Home Technology Integration) exam which is a new standard for technicians who design, install, and maintain home technology systems. This book opens with an overview of home technology and its benefits, and then introduces business networks and the network technologies developed for home application. Home network design, hardware, installation, and configuration are included for all the major wired and wireless systems. The book also covers high-voltage wiring, audio and video systems, telecommunications, home security systems, home lighting controls, and automated utility systems.