Wireless Web Cam

A dilema!!! I have a wireless network using a d-link router. 20 feet out back I have a garage...I want to add a webcam for security. I seem to have a number of choices...
1)Wireless camera...can't seem to find one that mentions 'Mac' in the specs?
2)Ethernet camaera...would have to bury a cable underground...hate using shovels but can if necessary.
3)USB camera with a long buried (see above) USB cord! (can USB cords/cameras have that long a connection?)
The last choice (USB) I assume would be the easiest to hook up...assume the computer will just 'see' it without any set up hassle?
The first two (if any wireless cameras for Macs are available) would have to be 'found' by the computer...can imagine the number of calls to 'help lines' that might involve?
Would like to keep it wireless and was looking today at a Lorex mcam 3151...any other suggestions????

Hi-
Welcome to Discussions!
No worries!
You can get your wireless security needs filled at the following:
http://www.macwireless.com/html/products/securitycam/index.php
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