> automation of electrical sockets It seems to be surprisingly difficult to find a way to automate a power outlet without having to deal with mains wiring. Th

> automation of electrical sockets It seems to be surprisingly difficult to find a way to automate a power outlet without having to deal with mains wiring. There's this http://www.powerswitchtail.com/Pages/default.aspx http://www.powerswitchtail.com/Pages/default.aspx but it rarely seems to be in stock and doesn't offer a non-kit 240V version (which I want being outside the US). I recently discovered this http://www.pwrusb.com/powerUSB-digitaI0.html http://www.pwrusb.com/powerUSB-digitaI0.html and apparently it supports standalone operation but is considerably more expensive--although it also offers more controllable sockets. I've not played with one yet but it looks like a possibility. (Apparently also supports 240V operation with connector adapters...) In the past I've rewired the remote control of RF-controlled sockets but the signal's not very reliable.