Microsoft Lifecam Hd-3000

[Grandpappy]

Windows ten update Fall Creators (version 1709)disabled my camera & some other programs,I missed which ones as they exited stage right! After various investigations I established that Skype uses my camera for video,but I can't use it apart from Skype!. Is there a way 'round this and if so,how? This is my second day trying to sort this, so any help or assistance will be gratefully received. Cheers.

[Buenchico]

The most recent driver for your camera was designed for Windows 7. It's available here:
https://www.microsoft.com/accessories/en-in/d/lifecam-hd-3000

I suggest downloading it and then trying to (re)install it using Compatibility Mode. See here:
https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/windows_10-hardware/is-lifecam-hd-3000-compatible-with-windows-10/284802ba-b70c-4163-a854-0330e9f148f4

[TheChair]

Windows updates often cause my Logitech webcam to stop working. Usually, simply unplugging the webcam and then reconnecting it solves the problem.

[Grandpappy]

Well, spent the last 2 hours trying the various suggestions from both The Chair & Buenchico and still haave no camera working, Except in Skype!!Should I try removing Skype and deleting the usb driver in Device manager and start from scratch?& has The Chair installed update 1709 too?