I’ve always wondered whether my computer could make it possible for me to view what’s going on at home when I’m not there. I assumed that having that ability would entail installing a fancy and expensive CCTV system, but I realized that wasn’t necessary when I came across these three incredibly simple ways of harnessing the capabilities of computer and laptop in combination. Here they are:
What you need
1. Use Skype
- If you don’t have the video chat and voice calling application, Skype, installed on your computer, make sure you install it. If you have Windows 8 or newer as an operating system installed on your computer, then you will not need to install it.
- Log in to your primary Skype account. If you don’t have one, follow the simple steps to register.
- Press "Windows key- C," click "Settings" and then "Options." Select "Calls."
- Under the Calls option, you will see two sliders. These sliders are for instructing Skype to answer calls automatically and to turn on video automatically.
- Next, you’ll need a secondary Skype account. If you don’t have one, try creating one in your spouse’s name and using their email address.
- Add your spouse’s account as a Skype contact to your own account.
- Get your spouse to log in to his or her account from a remote smartphone or computer. Click the video camera icon to call your computer. It will respond automatically and begin to send you a video feed from your home.
2. Use My Webcam Monitor
- My Webcam Monitor is a free piece of software that you can get here.
- Install it on your computer, open the software and click Register. Type in a username, password and email address and click Register once again.
- Next, click OK, followed by Sign In.
- Click Next and then enter the name you want to call your webcam broadcast.
- Click Next.
- Select your computer’s webcam from the drop-down menu, and click Next.
- Click Finish.
- Next, install My Webcam Monitor on the computer, smartphone or tablet you’re going to be using.
- Sign in to the remote computer, smartphone or tablet with your username and password to see your webcam. Select it and begin viewing a live stream.
3. Use Google Chrome Remote Desktop App
- Open Google Chrome on your home computer.
- Navigate to the Chrome Remote Desktop App by clicking on Resources, then Free.
- After you’ve installed the app, click on Launch App. Sign in to your Google Mail account when prompted. Click Continue, followed by Accept.
- Click Get Started under My Computers.
- Click Enable Remote Connections.
- Enter your security PIN, then click OK.
- Install the app on the remote computer you will be using. Sign in with your Google username and password, just like you did at home.
- Click on the listing that represents your home computer, then enter your PIN to access Google Chrome on your home computer.
- Go to www.webcamtoy.com. Start your home computer’s webcam through the site, and choose to view a live stream to begin seeing what’s going on at home.
Tip
You can adjust the settings for My Webcam Monitor in the program to add a password, which will make it more secure.
Content Source: Our Everyday Life
7 Tips for Teaching Seniors How to Use Technology
These 7 tips will help seniors to really embrace helpful technologies.
Have You Been Blocked on Facebook? Find Out Here...
If you're wondering whether or not someone has blocked you on Facebook, then read this article to find out if this is really the case.
The Next Tech Revolution - Meet The Leap!
Leap represents an entirely new way to interact with your computers and soon - with your TV!
This 81-Year-Old Japanese Woman Has Developed Her Own App
Masako Wakamiya's story is remarkable. This self-taught programmer first picked up a computer at age 60. Now aged 81, she has just released her own iPhone app.
This is How Tech Giants Try to Get YOUR Attention...
This TED Talk explains how the world's giant tech companies are locked in a ferocious battle - for our time and attention. Watch it to find out what's happening
Learn How to Protect Yourself Using a Public Wi-Fi Network
Public Wi-Fi networks are incredibly convenient, but they're not always safe. Here are 10 ways of protecting yourself when using public Wi-Fi.
Is This Monitor Best for You? A Screen Buying Guide
Looking to buy a new computer monitor? This buying guide will help make that decision easier.
Easy Ways to Watch Content from Your Phone on Your TV
Cast and screen share your phone to your TV with these tips.
FYI: 7 Simple Ways to Avoid Hacking and Identity Theft
The internet is an amazing tool and a fun opportunity to add to your knowledge, it's important to remember to have fun while keeping yourself secure and safe from identity theft. These are the basic habits you need to have to keep your online identit
Don't Like the Standard Apps on Your Phone? Get These!
Here are 6 brilliant apps, that'll blow the free ones that come with your phone out of the water!
The Best Skillshare Courses for Learning and Growth
The best Skillshare courses for beginners
9 Lesser-Known Tips for Using Facebook Messenger
Learn some of the hidden tips and tricks on the popular Facebook Messenger app.
The Best Mac Keyboard Shortcuts You Haven't Been Using
Every Mac user should know about these useful keyboard shortcuts.
Have You Downloaded WhatsApp Web Yet? You Really Should...
This easy guide will show you how to download WhatsApp Web to your computer in 5 simple steps.
Guide: How to Take a Screenshot on ANY Device
This quick guide will help you take a screenshot on your on your Windows PC, Android device, Mac, iPhone, Chromebook, and more.
The Easy Way to Clean Your Computer's Keyboard
Cleaning a dirty keyboard is quite a straightforward task, as you're about to find out.
Can’t Download Facebook Videos? Just Watch This Guide
Want to download some videos from Facebook? This guide will help.
Want Better Google Search Results? Try These Tricks!
Use Google like a pro with these useful tips and tricks.
Take an Interactive Tour of 1940s New York!
This interactive street map of New York City in the 1940s is so much fun to browse and explore! And best of all, it's completely free!
These New Android 15 Features Will Change The Game!
Android 15 is finally here! Let’s find out what new features it offers.
Your iPhone's Volume Buttons Have Tons of Hidden Features!
There is more to your iPhone's volume buttons than you knew about!
20 Easy Solutions To Your Annoying Computer Problems
A collection of 20 tips to help you troubleshoot common computer problems with ease!
Lesson: How to Protect Your Devices from Hacking
A handy tutorial that we will hope will teach you the right practices to avoid your account ever being hacked.
Make Everyday Computer Use Easier with These 7 Tools
Windows have many built-in tools that make everyday tasks a lot easier. However, they are difficult to find and use. This guide reveals 7 of them.
12 USEFUL Chrome Extensions That Save Time
Improve your browsing experience with these free Google Chrome extensions.
Minimize Exposure to Cellphone Radiation with This Guide
Our cellphones can be harmful to our health because of the radiation that they give off. Learn these 14 ways of minimizing your risk of exposure to it.
Guide to Chat GPT: What It Is and How to Use It
This beginner's guide to Chat GPT will help you take your first steps in using this helpful chatbot.
Computer Guide: Windows 11 Shortcut Keys!
Learn the best shortcuts for Windows 11 using your keyboard. From taskbar to screenshots, learn it all.
Customize Autocorrect Settings on Your iPhone or Android
Tired of your phone sabotaging your texts? This article will teach you to customize your phone's autocorrect settings.
Losing Important Emails? Here’s How to Tidy Up Your Gmail
A helpful guide to setting up Gmail filters to prevent emails from getting lost or spam overflowing your inbox.
How to Identify the Owner of a Phone Number: 5 Methods
Received a call from an unknown number? Use these sites to identify the caller.
The New Wi-Fi is Here! This is Why You Should Try It…
Wi-Fi 7 is here, and it can change the way you use the internet!
These Gmail Shortcuts Will Save You Time & Frustration
If you use Gmail, but you don't know how to use a single keyboard shortcut, then you well and truly are missing out. Here are the most useful ones...
Beware! 10 Tech Scams That Could Target You in 2024
Beware of these dangerous scams in 2024.
THIS is Why You Shouldn't Take Your Phone to Bed!
A stern warning and a cautionary tale that will explain why you shouldn't sleep with your phone...
My Email Has Been Hacked! What Should I Do Next?
Don’t panic if your email has been breached. Just follow these steps to secure yourself.
5 DIY Solutions to Better Organize Your Cords and Cables
Computer cables have an annoying tendency to tangle and create an unseemly mess. Here are some easy ways to prevent that.
What Do Those 12 Mysterious 'F' Keys on Your Keyboard Mean?
Find out what those 12 curious F keys on your keyboard mean.
6 Ways You're Killing Your PC Without Realizing It
Want your PC to last longer? Stop making these mistakes now!
The Three Most Recommended Android Phones for 2024
Our goal was to ensure a representative selection across different price brackets and specific user requirements, offering something for every potential buyer.
THREADS: Everything to Know About Instagram's New App
Instagram’s new app, ‘Threads’, has taken the world by storm? But what is this app all about? And should you use it?
Computer Guide: How to Format Your Computer - PC & Mac
how do we create a new computer from the old, formatting it and making it work like new? This guide will show you!
Your Computer Mouse Can Do Much More Than You Think...
Knowing how to use your mouse can make computing so much easier than you ever realized. Here are some great tips on how to maximize the use of your mouse, which will increase your overall productivity on the computer.
No Antivirus? Try These Free Online Virus Scanners Now!
Don’t have an antivirus installed? No problem. Try these free online virus scanners instead.
12 Google Chrome Shortcuts Everyone Should Know
Keyboard shortcuts are immensely useful! If you’re using Google Chrome to browse the internet, we have a few neat shortcuts to share with you.
STOP! You're Damaging Your Computer...
Computers are practically indispensable to us these days. The thing is, you could be damaging yours without even knowing it. Looking out for these 16 things.
There's a keyboard Shortcut for Nearly Everything Here!
These shortcuts will cut down the time you waste fiddling about on the computer, and make you into something of an expert.