This document summarizes a student's presentation on the history and applications of smart homes. It defines smart homes as homes that use automated systems to control lighting, heating, ventilation, appliances, and security from a centralized system, often using a smartphone or tablet, to improve convenience, comfort, and energy efficiency. Any home device that uses electricity can potentially be connected to the home network and controlled remotely. While once seen as futuristic or for the wealthy, smart home technologies are becoming more common and accessible.