Security system

[Govy]

what is the cheapest way to setup a security system using a computer and a webcam? I would like to install it myself. What webcam software is the best for this purpose?

 

[phyco126]

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16826104087 <--- I have this camera right here hooked up to my computer. It's bundled software is easy enough to use, and I have set mine up to record based on motion detection. Easy and cheap.