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Dolphin EasyReader 2.31
General Information on supported formatsDolphin EasyReader is a software tool that not only reads DAISY 2.02 and DAISY 3 materials (including Bookshare material) it also reads HTML and text files. The EasyReader is available in more than 15 languages, including Spanish, Italian and German.
Eliminating the Pains and Strains of Computer Use
Most would agree that computers are not inherently user-friendly. Many find using a computer to be painful, while others find daily computer use requires significant effort. These pains and strains of computer use are even more pronounced when the user is dealing with low vision or blindness.
The Quick Access Toolbar (QAT) in Microsoft Office 2007
With the introduction of the Ribbon in Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word 2007, Microsoft Office made a great change to the user interface of these applications. To ease the transition of existing Office users to the Ribbon, and to provide an optimized experience for users who are already accustomed to the Ribbon, these applications provide a Quick Access Toolbar
Victor Reader Stream Tips and Tricks
Q. If I lose my reading place, how can I get back to it quickly if the DAISY or NISO book has no page numbers?
Eliminating the Pains and Strains of Computer Use
Most would agree that computers are not inherently user-friendly. Many find using a computer to be painful, while others find daily computer use requires significant effort. These pains and strains of computer use are even more pronounced when the user is dealing with low vision or blindness.
Victor Reader Stream: FAQ
Q. Are NLS books now available for download?
HumanWare's BrailleNote mPower and BrailleNote PK can now access RFB&D AudioPlus DAISY Books
HumanWare's US customers can now use their built-in BrailleNote DAISY book reader to access the more than 100,000 AudioPlus' books available from RFB&D®. Because these books are password protected, they require special software to play. This software is enabled in KeySoft 7.21 build 54.
Smartphones and Smart Hal
Smart Hal is a screen reader for Windows Mobile 5 and Mobile 6 Smartphones. The first thing you might think is "Wonderful, I can access my phone!" The second thought you might have is, "What is the difference between a Smartphone and a cell phone?" This article will take you through what you'll find on a Smartphone and how Smart Hal works with these great features.
Window-Eyes 6.1 and Windows Vista
GW Micro released public beta versions of Window-Eyes version 6.1 beginning on January 30, 2006 which was also the general release of Microsoft Windows Vista. This is the first time in computer history when an MS Windows-based screen reader was available on the same day as a new operating system. The final release of version 6.1 will follow shortly, but this serie