The GSM Approach in Home Security

Home security has been a major national issue as crimes remain rampant in our society and it is now becoming uncontrollable. In the past all measures used seems not to be very effective, therefore, people want to take preventive measures to curb this menace and protect their homes by using modern day technology. This system is GSM based which uses wireless technology to revolutionize the security system and standard of living. This paper therefore, focuses on the home security vis-à-vis controlling the home appliances remotely while the owner is away. This system provides ideal solution to the problems faced by home owners in daily life. Since it is a wireless device, it is therefore more adaptable and cost effective. Keywords: remote, control, Commands, microcontroller, sensor and Automation