: Some smart cameras or IP cameras allow for remote viewing over the web. They might use technologies like HTML or specific protocols to stream video or provide an interface for users to view live footage. An "index" could refer to a catalog of recorded footage or snapshots.
A standard .html file is static. The web server sends it to your browser as-is. An .shtml file, however, is processed by the server before being sent. view+index+shtml+camera