Chapter 2

The Foundations

of a Smart

Building

Overview

All technology systems in a building are networks consisting of end devices
that communicate with control devices or servers to monitor, manage, or pro-
vide services to the end devices. Communications between the devices occur
via a set of rules or protocols. Connectivity between devices on the network
is either through cable or a wireless transmitter/receiver. The network typically
has a system administration workstation or PC that provides a management
and reporting function.

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