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Re: is x10.com dead?
On Thu, 16 Feb 2006 06:32:56 GMT, Jeff Volp <JeffVolp@xxxxxxx> wrote:
>glitch.
>The only recent failure I can recall was one of our switched outlets broke
>that plastic piece, and had to be replaced. We have a whole-house surge
>protector, so that probably helps. Over the years I did have to replace a
>few triacs in the dimmer modules that were popped when the controlled
>lightbulb failed with a flash. It's a cheap and easy fix.
>Some people drive Chevys, some Caddys, and a few pay the big bucks for a
>Ferrari. They all require some level of maintenance to be reliable. X10 is
>like a Chevy. If you learn how to drive, it does the job. If something
X10 would be like a 19th century automobile. Something that can only do
5mph, can only go two miles before stalling, and can't handle more than
1 occupant.
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