Smart home technology did not emerge suddenly. It evolved gradually as ordinary household devices became capable of connecting to the internet and communicating with one another through what is now known as the Internet of Things (IoT). This continuous development has transformed how people interact with their homes and how homes respond to human behavior. In the past, homeowners had to manage appliances, lighting, heating, and security systems separately and often manually. Today, the Internet of Things in smart home environments allows these operations to be managed within a unified and automated ecosystem.