During the Holidays, many of us who are far away from our loved ones spend a lot of money on long distance phone calls. Of course phone calls help, but very often we long to take a look at our family members that are far away. Many times it isnt enough to only hear their voice; we want to see them live. Did you know that it is be possible? It is possible to be on two different continents and be able to chat thru video.
The good thing about living in the twenty first century is that technology is so advanced that telephones can be considered a marvel of the last century. These days with the help of the Internet, a computer and something called a webcam, we not only can hear, but we can also get to see those that are far away from us live.
Many of us have computers with access to the Internet at home. Ernesto Garcia, computer technician, said, “With the economy so bad these days, why not use things that we already have in our homes?” It might be a good idea to invest your money in a webcam instead of wasting it on numerous phone cards.
Garcia told us that cost of webcams can vary between $5 to $100. The price of the webcam depends on the brand, characteristics and other little extras included in the camera. For example, cheaper webcams are basic and very simple, while more expensive ones have a microphone integrated in them and can take pictures and even include programs to add special effects to the pictures taken.
The good thing about webcams is that the brand of the webcam does not matter because they all work well with the Windows Live Messenger program. Ernesto Garcia commented that webcams work better with high speed Internet access, DSL or Cable. Even people who connect to the Internet through dial up can use webcams. Although dial up connection is also a good way to connect to the Internet, using webcams with this type of Internet access communication could be a bit slow and from time to time image may freeze a little.
If you decide to buy a webcam the only thing you would need to have is a computer and Internet access. Take note that computers do not have to be of the latest model. Webcams work well with older computers too (up to 3 years old). The important thing to remember is that before you connect your webcam to your computer make sure your computer has enough memory (RAM).
The best thing about webcams is that they are very easy to install. You do not need a computer expert to connect it to your computer. All you need is to follow instructions on the CD included with your webcam.
“With the help of webcams you can see and chat with people across the world or next door,” Ernesto Garcia said.
Webcams are a really marvelous technological invention. They can help the people who live far away from their loved ones to stay in touch. Also, for those who are far away from their family members for long periods of times, webcams provide the opportunity to see how much your family grows and changes their. At the same time your family can see how you change, too. If you have any questions about webcams or computers you can call Ernesto Garcia, computer technician at (309)269-9679.