Sometimes users of a personal computer of different classes may need to remotely connect to a webcam. The reason for this may be the desire to observe a certain point where the camera is installed and, accordingly, to be aware of what is happening there.
It is necessary
Personal computer, webcam
Instructions
Step 1
First of all, in order to connect to your webcam and view videos or photos, you need to create a local network connection. To do this, you need to have a switch, i.e. a special network switch that allows you to create several connections at once, and at least two Ethernet cables. After that, connect all devices using Ethernet cables.
Step 2
Now, using the installation program that is usually included in the initial package, determine the IP address for the camera. You will enter it into the address bar of your browser or other program. It is best to create a static IP address as it is much easier to work with. Then you need to open an Internet browser and type in the IP address in the address bar. If you are using a modern browser, then no software will be downloaded, as it necessarily supports video streams.
Step 3
This is how the webcam is connected to the computer, but if you want to connect to a camera that is at a very long distance, then for this you need special programs, for example, WebCam Monitor 4.20 or Webcam Surveyor 1.7.0, in which you also need specify the IP address and some other data. The very process of setting up programs of this kind is extremely simple, since you only have to answer questions. But, despite their simplicity, they offer many important advantages, since you can detect illegal intrusion into your home or other troubles in time. As you can see, connecting remotely in a webcam is not so difficult, and thanks to this, you can always be aware of what is happening in the monitored area.
