I was reading up on the life expectancy of different building materials when I came across this gem.

Screenshot is of page 122 https://www.portseattle.org/sites/default/files/2025-02/SEA-SIPP Technical Report Appendix C Life Expectancy of Building Materials.pdf

I guess the ethernet cables could last that long, but they rate house wiring to a lower lifetime. Ethernet cables are not “wireless”, however.

The only other wireless systems I can think of are garage door openers, but they are definitely not expected to last 50 years.

  • jonne@infosec.pubEnglish
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    3 days ago

    If it’s not secure, it’s not fit for purpose. I’m sure I still have a working wifi router that only supports WEP encryption, and I guess I could technically still use it to build my network, but it’s just not something anyone should do.

    • Tinidril@midwest.socialEnglish
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      3 days ago

      Depends on how it is used. If the home automation is on a separate network from everything else with a secure gateway and no direct Internet access, security vulnerabilities are likely irrelevant.

    • LilB0kChoy@lemm.eeEnglish
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      3 days ago

      In the summer of 2006, NAHB conducted a comprehensive telephone survey of manufacturers, trade associations and researchers to develop information about the longevity of housing components.

      Many of the people interviewed emphasized that the life expectancy of housing components is greatly affected by the quality of maintenance. They also noted that changing consumer preferences can result in products being replaced long before - or after - the end of their practical life expectancy.

      This article provides a synopsis of the survey results (Table 1).

      Note: This report should be used as a general guideline only. None of the information in this report should be interpreted as a representation, warranty or guarantee regarding the life expectancy or performance of any individual product or product line. Readers should not make buying decisions and/or product selections based solely on the information contained in this report.