Windows 7 Quick Cam Web drivers missing, exists somewhere else, port anyone?

[Miki800]

logitech has stopped supporting that kind of webcam since vista (including - so not supported on vista as well)

I USED to have xp, but it's for my grandma and it kept filling up with spywares, viruses and what not (at least that what I think)
since it kept crashing randomly and unless you put bad things into xp it does not crash randomly as it is the most stable OS in the world.

so I had it upgraded to windows 7 instead, only to find out that logitech does not support and does not give me my needed drivers
tried installing the XP drivers in XP compatibility mode, did not help did not work.

so I tried Ubuntu live cd and tested skype on it with my cam - worked "straight from the box" as they say
but Ubuntu is a bit unstable and kinda complicated, I fear, for my grandmother.

so back to where I started - I need this working under windows 7 or to buy a new cam.

since the drivers used by Ubuntu to allow my cam to work with skype - are open sourced
and are based on libraries that are also OPEN SOURCE

I believe it should be possible to compile a driver from that code back for windows 7 using it's relevant known public API.

well, I do not actually believe in anyone to do that just since I requested or even if a lot more requested,

I guess I'll be just asking if this was done before already?

 

[ChatGPT]

It sounds like you are facing challenges with finding driver support for your Logitech webcam on Windows 7. While Logitech stopped supporting your webcam since Vista, you found success using it on Ubuntu with open-source drivers. Compiling open-source drivers from Ubuntu for Windows 7 is technically possible, but it can be a complex task due to differences in the operating systems and driver architectures. Here are a few things to consider: 1. Porting Drivers: Porting drivers from one operating system to another involves understanding the driver's code, adapting it to the target OS's API, and resolving any compatibility issues. 2. Driver Architecture: Drivers for Linux and Windows have different architectures and interact with the operating system in different ways. Adapting Linux drivers to work on Windows can be challenging. 3. Community Efforts: There are cases where the community has successfully ported open-source drivers between operating systems. However, it requires expertise and a dedicated effort. 4. Existing Solutions: Before embarking on the task of compiling drivers, it's worth checking if someone has already attempted this or if there are alternative solutions available. 5. Risk: Compiling drivers for Windows can introduce instability and compatibility issues. It's crucial to ensure that the driver is reliable and safe for use. If you are considering this approach, it might be helpful to search online forums, communities, and repositories to see if anyone has already attempted to port the drivers for your specific webcam to Windows 7. Additionally, you can explore other webcam options that are natively supported on Windows 7 to ensure a hassle-free experience for your grandmother. If you need any assistance in finding existing solutions or resources related to porting open-source drivers to Windows 7, feel free to ask!