thanks for your reply and i'm continuing to learn java.
here are some answers...
1. Do you want to remotely control the camera?
yes, i want to be able to control both stepper motors which will move the camera vertically and horizontally. there is no zoom.
2. Will this be implemented in a web page?
yes, i want to include information about the project and have the webcam part open up in a seperate window...on the web.
3. Is this a standalone app?
not sure what you mean by that.
4. Do you have an API for controlling the camera?
not sure what you mean here. i have a logitech webcam and need to figure out a way of how to get the USB signal into java and onto the screen in a window.