It wasn’t that long ago when the average number of connected devices in our homes was about five. Today, that number has risen to 22. If you live in a smart home with smart security cameras, lights, motorized shades, smart thermostats, locks, and intelligent 4K HDR TVs, that number rises exponentially. 

Today, we rely on our home network more than ever before for seemingly every activity, from streaming 4K video to video conferencing in the home office to playing a round of Fortnite in the media room. Is your home networking system up for the task? 

Let’s explore your home’s network requirements and how you can ensure connectivity no matter how many devices are connected and if they’re found in your home or your expansive yard.

If you've ever been on a video conferencing call that suddenly froze or found yourself staring at Netflix's buffering spinning wheel of doom, you know how irritating inefficient home networking systems can be. These minor annoyances, however, may not propel you into action. It's only when your security system or smart devices stop communicating that you realize it's time for an upgrade.

At Atlantic Security, we create smart home security systems that integrate with the many automated devices and the network that supports them. Let's explore the signs that suggest your network is not performing at its peak and the steps you can take to ensure your Jacksonville, FL home is connected and secure. 

Building a new house? Now is the time to plan for structured wiring to lay the foundation for your smart home. A well-planned cable infrastructure maximizes the performance of your connected devices and keeps all wires neatly organized and labeled to make potential troubleshooting simple and quick.

Your home may include technology like smart TVs, multi-room audio, security cameras, and even an automation system. Structured wiring ensures these technologies can connect and perform without issue while taking some strain off your wireless home networking system.

Read more to learn the benefits of working with Atlantic Security to prewire your Jacksonville, FL home at the start of your project.