Downloadable software for connecting, operating and managing networked household appliances, HVAC systems and household audio-visual equipment in the Internet of Things (IoT); downloadable software for home automation; downloadable software for controlling household appliances; cloud-connected home automation control devices comprised of voice-activated speakers, computer hardware and downloadable software for controlling networked devices in the internet of things (IoT) for mounting over a range.

Providing temporary use of non-downloadable cloud-based software for connecting, operating and managing networked household appliances, HVAC systems and household audio-visual equipment in the Internet of Things (IoT); providing temporary use of non-downloadable cloud-based software for home automation; providing temporary use of non-downloadable cloud-based software for controlling household appliances; software as a service (SaaS) services featuring software for use by property managers to manage electric and gas appliances, thermostats and security systems.