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Vladimir Radivojevic wrote:
Is there any way in which I can log into my iMac at home from work and run my iSight camera, essentially using it as a security camera? Is there any software that does this? I would appreciate any specific information you could provide. Thank you.

Yes.
All you need is the appropriate software:
http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?threadID=2013310
Start by looking at EvoCam in the iSight as a surveillance or Nanny cam: section.
EZ Jim
Mac Pro Quad Core (Early 2009) 2.93Ghz Mac OS X (10.6.6); MacBook Pro (13 inch, Mid 2009) 2.26GHz (10.6.6)
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  2. (Mactop users can get a saucy security feature by using their iSight as an FTP backed up security camera). Turn your MacBook's iSight into a FTP backed up security camera.
  3. Is there any way in which I can log into my iMac at home from work and run my iSight camera, essentially using it as a security camera? Is there any software that does this? I would appreciate any specific information you could provide. All you need is the appropriate software.

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Turn Isight Into Security Cameras

Feb 12, 2011 8:48 AM

When you use it as part of a one-camera security system, the setup is straightforward. Point your iSight at the area you want to monitor. If that area is more than a few feet from the host.





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