How do I use a usb web cam with MacBook Pro

How do I use a web camera with a MacBook Pro?  I want to run it through my laptop so I can project it on a screen for teaching a class.

b. todd wrote:
Can I record directly into iMovie with a usb web cam instead of iSight?
You can try it, but probably not. 
This Apple article http://support.apple.com/kb/PH2134 explains that a Firewire-connected, tape-based camera or camcorder mode will work.
If you don't have access to one that works, a simple workaround is to record your video with QuickTimeX Player (the v.10.x one from Lion).  You can import that recorded video into iMovie for editing.
If your Mac OS is earlier than Lion whose QuickTime does not offer movie recording as installed, use QuickTime7 Pro for recording.
Message was edited by: EZ Jim
Mac OSX 10.7.3

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