Does anybody use voice software?

[AreaCode707]

I'm having so many problems with my hands that I got some voice software. I am trying to learn how to use it to surf the Internet. In fact, I'm writing my post now by speaking it out loud. It works OK. Does anybody use this? Any tips, tricks, or pointers?

 

[Jzero]

David Pogue wrote in a recent column that the biggest thing is KEEP USING IT. The more you use it, the better and more accurate it will become.

 

[beatmix01]

which software are you using?

 

[TheWart]

bump cuz i'd also like to hear folks' reviews of speech software.

 

[db]

HotChic, sorry about your hand problems....

 

[SmoochyTX]

Would also like to know how easy it is as I have a friend that has arthritis in both hands and she would love to be on the computer more.

And which software are you using?

 

[Orsorum]

Paige, I'm sorry about your arthritis.

 

[HappyPuppy]

I have installed/repaired computers for several quadraplegics who are avid Internet users. They amaze me with their ability to use voice software as well as a stylus in their teeth to punch buttons.

 

[SmoochyTX]

Originally posted by: HappyPuppy
I have installed/repaired computers for several quadraplegics who are avid Internet users. They amaze me with their ability to use voice software as well as a stylus in their teeth to punch buttons.

What are some of the best voice software programs available? I really don't know a whole lot about this and my friend has just recently been asking me about this because her hands are hurting her too much.

 

[suklee]

http://www-306.ibm.com/software/voice/viavoice/

 

[AreaCode707]

I'm using the Millenium edition of ViaVoice. Despite the glitches (particularly in Trillian) and the fact that I have very little idea what I'm doing, I'm very impressed with it. If a three-year old version I picked up for free works this well for a user without a clue, a new version, trained and being used by a fluent user seems like it would be great!

Smoochy, I have arthritis too, which is why I picked this up. I'd definitely say it's worth it, but it takes time to train and learn. I gave up for the evening (don't need to frustrate myself with it) but it's a handy tool.