Ensuring Reliable, Fast, and Secure Connectivity for Smart Homes

If you've been delving into smart technology or are gearing up for the smart home of your dreams, it's time to take a look at the most essential part of your smart home—your network. The internet is the power behind your smart home, and without a reliable, fast connection, you'll find your many connected devices aren't always working as intended.

First, you'll notice downloads are slowing down. In fact, you have time for a cup of coffee when loading a new website. When you have an important video conference call, your first step is making sure the kids aren't playing Fortnite, and no one is streaming a 4K video. With that step completed, you may make it through the call without glitches and lags, but it’s not a certainty. When you ask your motorized shades to lower or your doors to lock and nothing happens, you know it's time for a home network upgrade.

The good news is that there is a network that ensures a reliable connection whether you're at the far reaches of your Philadelphia, PA, home or lying outside in the hammock underneath the red maple. It's called an enterprise-grade network.

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Who Needs an Enterprise-Grade Network?

Today's luxury homes have grown larger and more luxurious. Instead of the standard 2,000-square-foot home, these start at 3,000 and often reach 10,000 square feet and above. Pools and guest houses are not uncommon. In addition to wood and sheetrock, building materials include poured concrete, masonry, stone, and electronic glass, which block RF signals. 

What Is an Enterprise-Grade Network?

Enterprise-grade networks were built for businesses and commercial organizations. When a school, bank, or retail store loses connectivity, chaos can reign. Many buildings require an enterprise-grade network, particularly if they include brick and stone, the need for an extended reach, and a network that works 24/7. To work optimally, your luxury smart home must incorporate the best solution on the market. 

These systems consist of enterprise-grade hardware designed to last up to 30 years. They're scalable, enabling continued expansion as the number of your connected devices continues to grow. For many homeowners, one of the most important features is enhanced security. Businesses need to know their data is secure, and smart home owners want the same reassurance. These networks include encryption to protect sensitive information, shielding your data from attackers. 

Enterprise-grade networks also allow for greater visibility, letting our experts at Whitaker Technologies identify problems remotely and often resolve them before you know a problem exists.

Why Is it Important to Work with a Smart Home Integrator?

You probably wouldn't take your BMW to a mechanic that specializes in Audis or go to a cardiologist for a liver problem. When dealing with your smart home and upgrading your home network to ensure optimum coverage and connectivity, it's important to work with someone who's been trained in the many intricacies of home automation.

At Whitaker Technologies, we've provided the greater Philadelphia area with smart homes and the networks that sustain them since 1975. To learn more about enterprise-grade networks or to schedule a complimentary consultation, contact Whitaker Technologies today.