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But now LG, the firm better known in Britain for its fridges, freezers and washing machines, plans to bring similar technology to you. It hopes to sign you up to its new HomNet system, which will link all your household appliances and home security features into a wider network that should include utility companies and even security firms. All appliances – from the hot water system to the oven – could be centrally controlled, and the days of jumping out of bed to turn on the heating could be a thing of the past.