Lori,
You didn't really distinguish what the first version was, because the version of
NatSpeak that comes in Naturally Mobile (up to v. 3.5) is the same as the one
you buy in the package as a standalone product (up to v. 3.5). However, if you
bought v. 4 of NatSpeak, then it IS different and requires a much more powerful
computer. This information should be posted on the box.
DNS works fine on most notebook computers, but there are technical reasons
why it doesn't on some. If you have a PII or newer with a USB port, this
might help.
MOst people, and especially students with LD (or similar), really need
assistance in learning how to dictate using ANY speech recognition program.
Either find a local reseller or trainer, or you may need to do it yourself
first.
WE have some information that might be of assistance on our website:
www.edc.org/spk2wrt
Please be aware that we are currently revising the information to reflect new
developments in speech recognition, so it is kind of out of date right now.
However, if you go to the 'Update on Continuous Speech' under the
"Spotlight..." heading, you will find some info that is a bit old, but still
essentially accurate. Also, look in the 'Resource Laboratory.'
Bob Follansbee
Co-Project Director, Speaking to Write
In a message dated 11/15/99 4:49:57 PM Eastern Standard Time,
spk2wrt@phoenix.edc.org writes:
> My nameis Lori Duncan and i am new to the group. As the parent of a student
> (my son tristan) with a disability, the neuro-cognitive therapist
> recommended dragon naturally speaking, and I went out and bought it only
to
> find that it doesn't work on his laptop. When I called their technical
> support, i was told that it doesn't really work on laptops! I appreciate
the
> opportunity to learn of other ways to improve the performance of the
> software. I speak to groups monthly about compensatory strategies in this
> area and was very , very disappointed in its performance. thinking that I
> had
> perhaps made an error in product selection, I purchased another dragon
> naturally speaking-preferred- which includes dragon naturally mobile.
could
> someone comment on whether or not there is any difference whatsoever in
the
> two versions- and whether one of them might perform better on my son's
> laptop?
>
> thank you,
>
> Lori Duncan
> Masuni@aol.com
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