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Home > Issues to consider when you record live streaming video
June 3, 2005
By: Bob Whitehead
Once a surveillance camera is implemented you may want to
record live streaming video from it. This is a fairly simple
process. Typically, all you need is some additional software
and hard drive space on a personal computer. A stand alone
digital video recorder (DVR) could also do the job, but they
are considerably more expensive.
However, even with all the right equipment, there are
some difficulties you may encounter if you try to record
live streaming video from a web camera over the Internet.
1. Choose quality equipment when you record live
streaming video
The streaming video will only be as good as the camera
that is capturing the images. Similarly, poor microphone
reception will lead to poor quality audio. In addition,
there are many different software packages to help you
record live streaming video. To avoid the low resolution of
the web camera solution, you can always opt to use a video
capture card. Do your research and pick the ones that are
suitable for your application.
2. Avoid Internet traffic when you record live streaming
video
Streaming video is very sensitive to interruptions in the
data flow. For this reason, if the website you are working
with has too much Internet traffic, it can cause a slight
delay in the streaming video. Choose to record the live
streaming video when Internet traffic is not so much of an
issue.
3. Use a fast computer to record live streaming video
The speed at which your personal computer system is
running at the time you are recording can affect the quality
of the live streaming video. Try to use a computer with at
least 400 MHz and close out all other applications except
for those you are using to record the live streaming video.
4. Use DSL or cable modem to record live streaming video
Let’s face it, dial-ups are old-fashioned. They are not
suitable for some of the more intense graphic or audio
multimedia elements available on the Internet now. If you
want to have a high quality product, use DSL or cable modem.
About the Author
Bob Whitehead is a successful freelance writer and
contributor to Video-Surveillance-Guide.com. Your
definitive guide to video surveillance equipment, CCTV
cameras and wireless security systems for home and business.
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