More widely used and sold in less expensive cameras, these small cameras that connect to a PC today is a misfortune. You're not a (e) webcam-maniac? If you do not want to be, this article is not for you. For all others, here is the foundation to begin. We see here how to install and configure a webcam for use on the Internet and communicate with corresponding (e) s.
The hardware and software tools to communicate over internet
- A webcam: choose a small USB widespread on the market and not too expensive. For those who have an old PC with limited resources USB (webcam is the major consumer of resources) there are webcams on parallel port or card solutions + webcam. But they are harder to find and offer less performance than the USB models.
- An Internet connection: the more it is fast, the better. The same is true for your modem. Moreover, no specific Internet access is required. Your ISP normally is ample.
- The program Windows Live Messenger or NetMeeting, you can find on the Windows CD-ROM or across the net. Try to get the latest version.
- A microphone needed to communicate. A good quality microphone is essential if you want to be understood. There are now helmets equipped with a microphone very practical.
- A sound card fairly recent: it must be Full Duplex, ie afford to have a conversation simultaneously in both directions. Today, virtually all the cards are. Feel free to download the latest updates to the sound card drivers on the site of the manufacturer.
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