[SLL] questions about security cameras setup

[Eric Kahklen]

I just bought some x10 cameras and they seem to work fairly well given their
price.  You can use them with your computer or to a VCR or monitor.  I am sure
there are much better cameras out there, but considering the price, I 
am please
with their performance.  The color camera I have works well in good light, and
the black and white cameras are good in low light.  I haven't had alot of time
to play with then yet so I may be missing some other advantages/disadvantages.

Eric

> I have a friend who needs to install some security cameras in his offices.
>
> What software and what type of hardware do you suggest for a low cost
> solution?
>
> Any good stores around Seattle that sell cameras? (I am thinking Fry's
> should have a big selection.)
>
> We are thinking we could use some USB cameras.
>
> It would be nice to have remote access to the recorded video streams and
> live video for the different cameras.
>
> Any links I should read?
>
> Maybe around five years ago, I used Slackware Linux with some parallel
> port based camera to make snapshots. But I am looking for a video instead
> of still pictures. And this is more important than my previous goal: let
> me know if it was snowing :)
>
> Thanks,
>
>  Jeremy C. Reed
>
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>
>



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Eric Kahklen
Lynnwood, WA
(206) 245-3816
www.kahklen.com