Capture from digital video camera

I am so new to this. My computer runs Windows XP Pro.
I am a baseball hitting instructor that uses a digital camera to record swings for training. For the past 18 months I have used video capturing software called RightViewPro that allows my clients to view thier swing while with me only. But now I want to send thier video clips via email or post them Online for customer viewing. RightViewPro does not allow that unless my customers order the $250.00 software as well.
Frame by frame viewing capability is a must. I just downloaded the free version of quicktime 7.6.2.
What must I do when I plug in my USB cord to my laptop? When connecting the USB cable from my camera to my laptop I get a window that gives access to Windows Movie Maker, Nero, and "Take no Action".
I thought after downloading quicktime I would get a command or prompt to open and use "quicktime" as well.
So I clicked on "take no action" and then openned the quicktime link from my desktop. I can not find where to capture video in the quicktime program??
Do I need to purchase and download Quicktime Pro. to capture video from my camera to my computer?
Thank you for taking the time to read this and help me.
James

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