Why you may need a web cam
If you are enrolled in a school which offers online computer degrees, depending upon the institution you may need — or even be required — to install a web cam wherever you use your computer. Why would you need a web cam? Because a web cam will allow other people to see you when you are online — your instructors as well as fellow students in class. This adds to the value of your coursework, as it will enable you to interact in a more personal way with all of these other people. Check with the school where you are going to be enrolled to see if they require (or even permit) such a device.