Is my Powerbook Windows compatible (webcam question)?

Hi all,
I recently bought the above webcam believing it to be mac compatible. However it appears not to be the case unless perhaps i can install Windows on my Powerbook..?
is this true or can anybody offer advice on this subject or know of any external drivers i can download to make it work..?
Help..!
Thx in advance - S.

I recently bought the above webcam believing it to be
mac compatible. However it appears not to be the case
Upgrade to 10.4.9 and see if that makes a difference.
10.4.9 provides limited support for some USB webcams.
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=304821
Includes iChat support for USB Video Class webcams.

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