Best practice would be to keep the USB cable length short, and use an extension cord for the host computer’s power supply to move it closer to the webcam’s position.

The best extension cords give you power where you need it the most. They come in all shapes and sizes, from 100-foot cables to smaller extension cords with multiple outlets.

But if a USB 2.0 cable will do the job, you don’t have to wait. Tripp Lite has been shipping reversible USB 2.0 cables for several months.

Using a USB extension cable can also help you fine-tune the wireless reception for even better performance. So, read on for our pick of the best USB and PCI wireless adaptors.