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From: Rick.Alfaro@f8.n369.z1.fidonet.org (Rick Alfaro)
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Subject: Re: Please Help: Equipment Advice
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Date: 6 Nov 90 14:10:28 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.
 
 
Jim,
 

I know just how you feel.  You must have a million questions that
are unanswereed.  There are many many screen readers out there, and
although they all do the basic task of providing better
accessibility to the blind user, they all have a different
approach.  I personally use Vocal Eyes which is the best in my
opinion because of its small size and flexibility.  It is
especially nice on a 286 or 386 because it will take full advantage
of expanded memory, freeing up your conventional memory for other
tasks.  I would be happy to talk with you voice and at least get
you going in the right direction with respect to hardware and
software.  You can call me at 305-370-2049.  If you call in the
evening or on the weekend, you can keep the cost down on the phone
call...

Regards, Rick

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