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Frequently Asked Questions

AOL
Unfortunately, you can't get the streaming video to work with AOL but the still pictures will work just fine. They reload automatically every 20 seconds. If you are an AOL member you can still view my webCAM by connecting to AOL as you normally do. Then, minimize AOL and open a Netscape or Explorer browser. You can have both browsers on at the same time with no difficulty. For those of you who do not have AOL, you can still take part in the chat room by having AOL's Instant Messenger. You can download it for free here.
AOL Message Center
Q. I try to chat or send you a message and I get a "document not found" message?
A. It only works with AOL 3.0 or later version. You have to update to the latest version of AOL here.
Q.How can I chat with you while I am on WebTV or another Computer?
A. You can interact using AOL or ICQ below. You do not have to be an AOL member to use the AOL chat feature. All you have to do is have Instant Messenger. It can be yours for free by clicking here. Do you have WebTV or on you on another computer and you do not wish to download a program? You can still use the chat and IM features for free. Directions available here. A web based ICQ is also available no downloading necessary.
Okay so you don't have a hard drive or you are on another computer that you do not want to download to? You can still use the AOL chat and Instant Message feature. This works as a java applet so all you have to do is register a screen name and password here and then open up the java version of AOL IM to chat here. Now you can add me to your buddy list. My screen name is darnitLOL. Once you have added a buddy to your list, then your buddy can invite you to chat or you can Instant Message other AOL users just like any other AOL member even though you do not have a hard drive available.
Q. How Do I set up my browser to view this site?
A.This site should work in both browsers Internet Explorer and Netscape. If you need the updated versions, just click on the links you just read. You may purchase the Netscape CD for $5.95 by calling 1-650-937-3777. You may purchase Internet Explorer CD for $6.95 by calling 1-800-485-2048. If you go to the websites, they are free but they are very long downloads. To View My webCAM, your browsers must be java enabled.
Enable Java in Internet Explorer
Click Tools, Internet Options on the View menu, click the Security tab, and then click Custom Level. Scroll down till you see Java. Enable Java level at your liking. Then, go back and click on the Advance Tab. Scroll down until you see Java and be sure it is enabled here as well.
Enable Java in Netscape
For Netscape: Go to Edit, Select Preferences, Select Adavanced, then Choose Enable Java and Enable Javascript.
Q.The webCAM does not seem to be working?
A. You do not need any special plug-ins to view this site. My site is set up to view the webCAM 2 different ways: streaming or still pictures. If you are viewing the streaming Video, be patient. It will take a minute to load depending on the speed of your computer. If it does not seem to be doing anything for you, check the still pictures. If the time (specifically, the seconds) changes on the still pictures, then the video camera is on. The still pictures will refresh every 20 seconds and sometimes you have to let it refresh twice to see if there is a change in the time. If you see no changes after the maximum of 3 "refreshes or reloads", then it is more than likely the camera is not on. Again the clarity and the free flow of the webCAM will depend on the speed of your computer.
Q.What Can I view at this site?
A. Unless I forget the camera is on, you will view no nudity. This camera is set up in my living room. My computer is in the corner of my living room and if I am on, you will see me sitting at my computer with a panoramic view of my living room.
Actually, I do not want to bore you with pictures of myself. This webcam was set up really so you can view the cat or the 2 dogs that I have or anything in general going on in my living room. You can tune in any time as I am on the computer a lot but the best time to see the action is between the hours of 6p - 8p EST
Q.Can you make the picture any clearer or bigger?
A. Unfortunately, not at this point. As mentioned, the clarity of the picture depends on speed. I just started toying with webCAMS so I do not have a DSL line or a T1 cable connection. Of course, don't forget, the faster your computer is, the better the picture may appear to be as well. If you are running anything less than 400mhz, the streaming video will appear choppy and slow. In this case, use the still pictures. The streaming video cannot be made enlarged because technology just isn't there yet. If it appears dark or fuzzy, send me an instant message and I will change the brightness or the light speed exposure and that may clear things up a bit for you......
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