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From: Jim.Mclaughlin@f722.n273.z1.fidonet.org (Jim Mclaughlin)
Newsgroups: misc.handicap
Subject: Please Help: Equipment Advice
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Date: 6 Nov 90 04:17:04 GMT
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[This is from the Blink Talk Conference]

Hey, yall:  I'm so glad to have found this conference.  I am a rookie hacker, 
just new to using a modem.  I have a daughter who is blind, and would like to 
set things up for voice.  Can anyone recommend what is the best voice program 
to use.  What is needed for modem-ing?  What editor is best?  How does one 
get set up to use this conference?  We have an IBM 386 machine and a 2400 
modem with Telix.  What else should we get?  Are there any special toll free 
numbers that can be used to reduce line costs?  Does Bell Telephone have any 
special services or discounts for blind persons?  Thanks in advance.  We 
sure can use help making the best choice.  IBM sent a package listing screen 
readers, but they are not rated.  How easy are they to use?  Do they work 
with all software?  Do they work with Bulletin Boards?  Thanks again for any 
help.  

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