"Andy Dingley" wrote in message

I'd never buy an X10 product. Seen too much of it that went
unreliable too soon.

I also hate popup ads. A company that has tried so hard to annoy me
isn't getting _my_ money.

Most of mine has been in use for 15 years or so. Maybe they've cheapened in
recent years. I think their web page is a PITA though. I have eight lights
on X-10 timer and a couple of extra controllers. When you hear noises
outside it is nice to be able to it a button by the bedside and tu rn lights
on in the yard.
Ed.