How Do You Use A Web Cam For Home Security?
Security is a day-to-day concern, and in today’s world, it is better to be safe than sorry. Home burglary alarms are great security devices but most systems don’t include video surveillance. According to a report in TransWorldNews.com, the FBI reported that only 13 percent of all burglary investigations ever led to an arrest, because more than 95 percent of them were false alarms. Subsequently, they’re a lower priority for police. With a computer webcam, you can quickly give your home burglar alarm system a video eye so you can monitor whatever is happening in your house. Locate a place in your home to set up the webcam (and microphone if you want to set up sound detection). If monitoring an entire room, place the camera at the far end of the room in a bookcase, cabinet or plant. If monitoring a door, place the camera at least 4 feet from it so you can get a clear video of anyone entering the room. Plug the USB extension cable into the USB slot on the webcam. Run the other end to your