You can plug the device into the wall outlet and check the functionality of the wiring.

You'll need to figure out how to wire it (it's not that tricky, a lot of devices have a 12v power supply) or pick a different model that can plug into a wall but has similar specs. 

But in a rooming house, they pay a much lower rent cost, and get the benefit of a professional cleaning crew doing common areas, kitchens and bathrooms, free high-speed Wi-Fi for their streaming devices, etc.

You could also try privacy mode on your browser or have a friend look it up on their device. 

Words a crude device for what goes on in our heads, but they're all we've got!

We also loan them a step stool and a small bucket with a small hammer and approved hanging devices.

For example, we have a private network just for our team's devices that's hidden from guest. 

I have a duplex with one meter and I use a Sense (https://sense.com/) device to monitor the total KWH that the upstairs unit is using I then take the electric bill and split the bill up based on the amount of power drawn by the upstairs unit vs the total usage.

I have also heard concerns about removal and tampering with these devices. - Water: I'm currently including water in rent for both of my buildings, because I've luckily not had to meter my water use.

He has had many mobile devices (tablets, cell phones..ect..) lost and stolen.