Don't throw out your old webcam — not when you can use it as the backbone of a cheap home security camera system that you can setup in just a few minutes.

Too cheap to buy a real home security system? A Webcam gets you part of the way there. We examine a few ways to do it with an old computer or with some fun new gadgets. Josh Lowensohn joined CNET in ...

Repurposing old devices is quite popular in the DIY projects landscape, and it’s a trend I can get behind. While ancient PCs and dinosaur laptops can be turned into decent server workstations, it’s ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. These days, video conferences and online meetings are pretty much part of everyone's day-to-day life. That's why you always have to be ready ...

The current pandemic has seen an uptick in virtual social gatherings, online business meetings and even streamed live concerts. And though our smartphones and laptops can be used for such things, many ...

Imagine you want to monitor a pot on the stove to see if it’s boiling over for just a few minutes, but you don’t want to have a dedicated permanent IP webcam solution in your kitchen. [Sebastian Duell ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. There are some decent cheap webcams on the market, but you can go ...