In the digital age, functional webcam and microphone are essential for virtual meetings. When facing issues, check privacy settings, update drivers, ensure connections, test apps, and restart laptop ...

You can test your webcam online or using programs that come with Windows 10 or your Mac. You don't have to wait for a video call to find out there's a problem with your webcam — test it ahead of time.

A big part of video conferencing etiquette is making sure your equipment works before your meeting starts. And that includes your webcam. There’s no reason to run into unexpected and disruptive video ...

If computer privacy is critical enough that many laptops now include a physical webcam shutter, why can’t you do the same for the microphone? It’s a question that PC makers should be asking themselves ...