> 1) I have tried to connect my Canon DV Camcorder to my PC via USB port- but
> MovieMaker doesn't recognize this as a video capture device. Do I need to
> use FIREWIRE cable instead?

The USB connection on your Canon DV camera is for transferring still images
to the computer. To transfer video, the FireWire cable is required.

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> 2) After reading everyone's comments/questions, it seems that there are many
> problems with this program, is there an easier one to use- that will allow me
> to burn DVD's as well? I have an ARCSOFT cd that I could install. Any
> recommendations?

Movie Maker is among the easiest entry level video editors on the market. If
you want to add DVD burning, I highly recommend Sonic MyDVD as a great
supplement to Movie Maker. http://www.mydvd.com

Jake Ludington
http://www.jakeludington.com

Author: Easy Digital Home Movies
http://www.jakeludington.com/edhm