Planet Technology ICA-210W - Manual (Page 80)

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A. Frequently Asked Questions
Internet Camera Features
Q: What is an Internet Camera?
A: The camera is a standalone system connecting directly to an
Ethernet or Fast Ethernet network. It is different from the
conventional PC camera, the camera is an all-in-one system with
built-in CPU and web-based solutions providing a low cost
solution that can transmit high quality video images for
monitoring. The camera can be managed remotely, accessed and
controlled from any PC/Notebook over the Intranet or Internet via
a web browser.
Q: What algorithm is used to compress the digital image?
A: The camera utilizes the JPEG image compression technology
providing high quality images for users. JPEG is adopted since it
is a standard for image compression and can be applied to various
web browser and application software without the need to install
extra software.