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Old 08-11-2020, 10:34 AM   #1
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Webcam Management


I am using Linux Mint 20, Cinnamon 4.6.6

Is there any command to turn on or turn off the webcam.

The method I found in https://appuals.com/enable-disable-webcam-linux/ is just too much work.

I just want to run a command without restarting or using sudo. Otherwise I have to pull the USB cable after every use or cover the webcam with a cup - which I do not want to do.

Also, I could not find any permission mechanism (like in android). That only x,y & z app can use the webcam. Is it possible in Linux?

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Old 08-11-2020, 01:29 PM   #2
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blueray,

Try an inline switch like this:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Switch-Yeeb...9152031&sr=8-3
 
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