Turn your webcam into a home security system.
Turning your webcam into a surveillance camera isn't difficult. All that it requires is the right piece of software and a computer with Internet access. You can even set it up with a motion sensor. That way you can receive an email or text message any time that the camera is activated.
Instructions
1. Set up your camera to watch over the area that you want to guard. Make sure the camera is stable and supported.
2. Choose a software program that will connect your webcam feed to the Internet. A few that you can look at are EyeSpyFx, HomeCamera and Yoic. Any of these will provide you with a video feed online that you can access from anywhere in the world through your computer, cell phone or PDA
3. Download, install and configure the program you choose. All of the ones mentioned come with a setup wizard. You will just need to name the camera and come up with a user name and password. At the end of the process, you will be asked if you wish to "Enable Motion Detection." Click the check box next to it.
4. Enter your cell phone number and email address where the photos can be sent. Now, any time the motion detection is activated you will be notified via email or text message.
5. Login to the site and watch your video feed. You can use a computer, a cell phone or a PDA to log in. You will see your camera feed right away.
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