There are multiple ways to make sure a computer’s webcam is turned on and Windows 10 lets users assign control by app.

Flickr / Incase Your webcam is obviously handy as a communications device, but with help from software, you can turn it into a security camera pretty easily.

Want to step up the quality of your video chats? Learn how to use a camera as a webcam with these solutions, including some free options.

This tutorial shows how to turn on basic camera mode in Windows 11 to limit camera features to the basics using the Settings app.

Home security camera: PC If you haven't already installed the drivers for your webcam, you'll need to do that first. Then, download TinCam and install the software.

New software from Sony lets you turn your digital camera into a high-quality webcam for video chats and livestreaming.