Do webcams work in linux?

rrfish72 · 12-11-2004, 09:01 AM

If so, how do I set it up using yahoo/gaim?

MylesCLin · 12-11-2004, 10:22 AM

So far, Yahoo and such don't support webcams under Linux. Sorry.

jcspray · 12-11-2004, 10:50 AM

You'll need to do some research about your particular device in order to find out. Or at least mention here what model you're talking about.

Electro · 12-11-2004, 06:03 PM

You can use any capture device that works in Linux. Most PCI video capture cards and a few dozen USB eye ball cameras (aka web cams). Check the HCL in this forum what web cams or PCI capture cards work in Linux. Though I go for a PCI capture card because the H.263 codec will compress a lot better and it gives a much better picture to the other user.

You will need to find a video conferencing plug-in for your instant messaging programs.