How to Set Up a Web Camera
Web cams are hardware/software combinations that stream live video or transmit frequently changing still images to a Web page. These instructions assume you already have a Web site up and running.
Things You'll Need:
- Modems
- Web Cameras
- Computers
Step 1
Evaluate the speed of your current computer and modem - sending video images takes a lot of bandwidth and processing power. Get a server computer and a digital modem if you plan to stream live video.Step 2
Get a videoconferencing camera, digital still camera or digital camcorder to use as your Web cam. (See the Related "How to Choose a Web Camera.")Step 3
Buy a video digitizing card if you plan to use a camcorder.
Step 4
Select an inexpensive Web cam program or download a shareware program; various Web sites recommend WebCam32, I-Spy, WebCamToo and SpyCam.
Step 5
Connect your Web camera to the computer.
Step 6
Install the Web cam software.
Step 7
Install server software if you plan to transmit images in real time.
Step 8
Connect to your Internet service provider (ISP).
Step 9
Follow the instructions in the Web cam software to begin transmitting images.
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