FogCam
FogCam is the longest-running webcam in the world, barring maintenance breaks and camera replacements. First set up in 1994 by two students, Jeff Schwartz and Dan Wong, it captures the scenery of the San Francisco State University and uploads it to a dedicated website. It was nearly shut down in 2019 as the creators said they faced difficulties in maintaining the webcam. Following public outcry, the university agreed to take over ownership and continue its maintenance. Operation The webcam is stationed at San Francisco State University, capturing student life and occasionally San Francisco's common fog. Every 20 seconds, a low-resolution (less than 320 by 200 pixels) image is taken and uploaded to its website, with the previous image being deleted. The camera has been moved several times partly due to pressures from the administration. Previous locations include a student health center with a view of the Tapia Drive, the Cafe Rosso line as a nod to the Trojan Room Coffee Pot ...
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