I believe people should have both a BN and a PC. Why? (1) When your BN is being repaired, you still have access to a computer. (2) Although KeyWeb and Keymail have improved, you might need to use a PC to read a web page or a difficult email. (3) You can backup files onto your PC. (4) You can rip CD's to the hard drive of your PC, convert them to mp3 files, copy them to a compact card and play them on your BN. A used desktop isn't expensive, though a person should have a computer-savvy friend or family member make sure the PC is in good running order and you aren't being cheated. You can even lease WindowEyes so you're not paying a big chunk for a screen reader or you could use the demo version.
I'm not advocating the PC as a quick fix. The truth is, Keysoft 5.1 and earlier had trouble with attachments and the only things a person can do is to either upgrade Keysoft, buy an Mpower, or buy a PC. It makes sense to have a backup system in case your BN has to go to the shop unexpectedly. Terri, Amateur radio call sign KF6CA. Army MARS call sign AAT9PX, California > ----- Original Message ----- >From: Rhonda Clark <[EMAIL PROTECTED] >To: Braillenote List <[email protected] >Date: Wed, 02 Nov 2005 07:40:14 -0600 >Subject: Re: [Braillenote] some observations >Hi Roger and List: >I have no quarrel with Humanware. What I am trying to say is >this: When people are having trouble with attachments and such, >we get in a hurry to tell people to download it on their pc. My >point is, for many people, that is not an option. We're all >getting too defensive. My plea is that we need to help those who >don't have a computer, instead of making that a quick fix. >___ >To leave the BrailleNote list, send a blank message to >[EMAIL PROTECTED] >To view the list archives or change your preferences, visit >http://list.humanware.com/mailman/listinfo/braillenote
