What is Webcam Motion Detector?

Webcam Motion Detector is a software application that utilizes your computer's built-in or connected webcam to act as a motion-sensing security camera. It works by continuously capturing images from the webcam and using algorithmic image analysis to detect changes between frames that would indicate movement in the camera's field of view.

Once motion is detected, the software can be configured to take various actions - most commonly creating on-screen alerts, playing warning sounds, recording video of the event, saving images, or sending email/text notifications. Sensitivity settings allow you to control how much motion is required to trigger the software's actions.

Key features include adjustable motion sensitivity, flexible notifications, video recording to review events later, support for multiple connected cameras, scheduled and manual recording modes, and options to run at Windows startup automatically. It's useful for home or office security, monitoring pets or babies, watching for wildlife activity, or other motion-sensing needs. As it relies on standard webcam hardware, it's a relatively affordable option compared to standalone security cameras.

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