Smart locks, programmable thermostats, cameras, and other automated home devices are by their very nature wireless, and most home security companies offer a home automation package with an app to remotely control everything on the system. That isn’t to say that you can’t have wired home automation, because you can, but automated equipment that is hardwired into your system is slower and harder to encrypt. It isn’t very smart. Wireless devices communicate more securely and faster to other devices on the system and to the monitoring center if you choose monitoring. You can easily expand many wireless systems to include home automation by incorporating smart devices one by one or all at once. Devices in security systems communicate to one another using a specific protocol. Protocols include Wi Fi, Bluetooth, Z Wave, and others. Make sure that the automation devices you want and the system you have speak the same protocol before upgrading your home security. If you think you might want to switch to home automation in the future, check that the security company and equipment you buy allow for an easy transition. Easy, secured home automation is a huge benefit of wireless security. Wireless systems allow for a drill free installation.