Network camera technology allows users to view live images installed at another location through the internet. It can be set to allow only authorized users to access live footage or make it public on a website. There are also more applications such as:
The network cameras we represent can connect to the internet directly without connecting to a PC, while PC-based webcams must stay within 3 meters of a PC—something not practical in commercial applications. Network cameras are very easy to install, use, and manage, providing features and image quality that far exceed PC-based webcams.
| Network Camera Server | Webcam Connected to PC | |
|---|---|---|
| Flexibility | Can be installed anywhere. You can connect the server to a network, modem, mobile phone, or wireless module. | Must stay within 3 meters of the connected PC. |
| Features | All the necessary components for streaming live video over the internet are built into the network camera server. | Three components required: 1. Web camera (webcam) 2. Personal computer 3. Software |
| Installation | Can go online immediately after setting the IP address. | Install the drivers and then install software on the personal computer; the process is complex. |
| Ease of Use | You can manage and view images using any standard web browser on any computer. | Specific software is needed and remote management is not possible. |
| Stability | No additional components are needed, providing high stability. | Depends on the stability of the connected PC. |
| Quality | Uses Motion-JPEG for high image quality. | Typically uses low-quality components with proprietary transmission technology. |
| Cost | Only the cost of the network camera server. | Sum of the cost of webcam, PC, and software. |
Compared to traditional analog cameras, the biggest advantage of network cameras is the ability to view live footage remotely at any time, from any location. For instance, on-duty police officers driving can view live footage of local incidents simultaneously as alerts happen, and the same footage can also be transmitted to multiple locations (e.g., police headquarters) automatically. Analog cameras require a video server to achieve the same level of remote viewing and control. In terms of installation, network cameras are very easy to set up, simply by connecting to an IP-based computer network. Many locations already have network environments available, saving considerable costs. In contrast, analog cameras rely on expensive coaxial cables and system components like splitters, videotapes, or video recorders, and require a local monitoring room, which increases overall complexity and cost.
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