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Introduction

What is ISpy WebCam?

Thank you for choosing ISpy WebCam software, version 2.00. ISpy is software that can upload video images to the Internet. It runs on a Windows machine, and it requires video capture hardware. With it, you can easily add live snapshots to your web site.

What you need to run ISpy

Required to run ISpy:

  • A machine running Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows NT 4.0
  • A Video For Windows compatible frame grabber and a video source (camera, VCR, etc.), or a Video for Windows compatible parallel-port or USB camera
  • An Internet dial-up-connection (modem, phone line, Internet provider), a leased line, or a LAN connection, with TCP/IP protocol stack installed
  • A web site with FTP access to upload your pictures

What you can do with ISpy

With ISpy, you can give anyone a peek at interesting sights or events.
Here are some fun sample applications of ISpy:

  • momcam - look at me, mom! Send your picture home, not a postcard!
  • securitycam - check out that remote location without travelling there
  • weathercam - show the weather (at the beach, at the races, etc.)
  • sportscam - cover live sports events
  • naturecam - show interesting animal or plant life
  • officecam - show the fun at the office to others
  • coffeecam - show how full the office coffee pot is
  • trafficcam - show the traffic in front of your door (maybe some interesting accidents?)
  • eventcam - show your stand on a trade show to the whole world, not just those visitors at the booth!
  • tvcam - show your favorite show to friends (check broadcasting rights first.:-)
  • frogcam - show the exciting sexlife of your Brazilian Rainforest frogs to the many (?) enthousiasts


Introduction
Installation
Using ISpy
Using live images on web pages
Web-based administration of ISpy
Frequently asked questions
Appendix A -Supported frame-grabbers
Appendix B -Time formatting macros
Appendix C -Files installed by ISpy
Appendix D -ISpy ActiveX interface

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