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Eric Liston

Eric Liston is a tech writer based in Ohio. He specializes in HTPC setup, cord-cutting, home automation, and more. If he's not writing, you'l probably find him running along the Olentangy Trail, or reading a pulpy sci-fi novel.

Smart Home
Best Zwave Switch: 10 Top Z-Wave Wall Switches In 2018

by Eric Liston April 9, 2018

by Eric Liston April 9, 2018

Home automation is trending upwards and more and more people starting the journey every day. If you are one of them then you may like our Smart Home…
Smart Home
Zwave Motion Sensor: The Top 5 Best Choices In 2018

by Eric Liston March 17, 2018

by Eric Liston March 17, 2018

When it comes to home automation, a Zwave motion sensor can be used for a large variety of tasks. From turning lights on and off, to the automation…

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Home Server	Intel NUC 8 with Linux Mint
NAS	Synology DS918+ 4-Bay NAS WD EasyStore Drives (shucked)
Server and Media Apps	Docker with Traefik Reverse Proxy
Network	Ubiquiti Unifi Security Gateway Ubiquiti US-16-150W UniFi Switch Ubiquiti UniFi AC Long Range APs
Smart Appliances	Ecobee Thermostat with Room Sensors Roborock S6 Robotic Vacuum
Downloading	NewsHosting Usenet (Sonarr/Radarr) IPVanish VPN (Torrents/Kodi)
Smart Home Hubs	Docker HASS.io with Aeotec Z-Stick Samsung SmartThings
Home Security	Abode DIY Wireless Security RCA Gen 2 Video Doorbell (ZoneMinder) Swann NHD-850 Cameras (Zoneminder) Xiaomi 1080p Wifi Camera (ZoneMinder)
Smart Switches	HomeSeer HS-WD200+ Zwave Dimmer TP-Link Kasa HS200 Wifi Switch
Smart Sensors	Dome Zwave Motion Sensor Dome Zwave Door/Window Sensor Dome Zwave Water Leak Sensor Zwave Garage Door Sensor
Smart Bulbs	Sengled A19 Soft White
Outlets and Valves	GE Zwave Plus Outlet Dome Zwave Smart Plug Dome Zwave Water Shut-Off Valve
UPS	CyberPower CP1500PFCLCD Sinewave UPS