Web Cam Setup:
In today’s world it is easy as pie to setup of a Webcam. All you really need is a reasonably new computer and a webcam that is USB compactable. USB is the type of connector at the end of the webcam cable which you will be able to plug in directly into your computer. Your computer will automatically recognize the camera and install any software it may need. In some cases the software required to run the camera comes with it on a disc that you can insert into one of your USB ports on the computer to install it.

Encoder Setup
Currently there are 2 main format/encoders to choose from. Select either Flash Media Encoder or Windows Media Expression Encoder.

Flash Media is considered the premier format and is used by more than 60% of all users that are involved in Live Streaming. Learn the step by step process of Setting up the Flash Encoder. Even thought Flash picks up more than ½ of the market worldwide Windows Media still have a considerable user base. Learn the step by step process of Setting up the Windows Media Expression Encoder.

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More Information:

Flash Media
http://streamingmediaexperts.com/flash-media

Windows Media
http://streamingmediaexperts.com/windows

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