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how do I install webcam on webbook without a cd drive? Thanx

Asked by laraston

I have a webbook using ubuntu and linux. I want to use a webcam, logitech quickcam deluxe for notebooks, but don't know how to install it, as i do not have a cd drive to insert intallation cd. please help!

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Best Daniel Schwitzgebel (schwitzd) said : 		#1

try to read this
http://ricketyclick.com/blog/index.php/2008/07/19/linux-ubuntu-web-cam-logitech-quickcam-for-notebooks-deluxe-refurbished/

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chkneater (chkneater) said : 		#2

I have the same camera. I used an app called Camorama and it worked beautifully for me. Hope this helps.

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marcobra (Marco Braida) (marcobra) said : 		#3

To install camorama and cheese webcam app
Open a Terminal from the menu Applications->Accessories->Terminal and type:

sudo apt-get update
sudo apt-get upgrade
sudo apt-get install camorama cheese

give your user password when requested, you don't see nothing when you type it, then press enter.

You will find camorama and cheese under menu: Applications->Graphics group

Hope this helps

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laraston (laraston) said : 		#4

Hello Daniel! Thankyou for the information you sent me regarding my problem, unfortunately I'm unable to understand how to do it, even though your instructions are quite clear! I will keep your instruction email and try to enlist the help soon of someone who is more pc literate than myself. Thankyou once again for your prompt answers. Regards Lara.