Compatible camera for PC user to chat with Power Mac G4 & iSight

I need to tell a family member which camera to buy for his PC so that we can chat on different continents. He's a writer with no patience or skill for technology so this needs to be a simple reply.
Thanks.

Hi Suzan,
There is this search
The camera only has to be compatible with the AIM application. on the PC.
This page may help a small amount http://homepage.mac.com/john_kenn/video.html
Ralph

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