I believe the MS Word question is a no. I don't know about the other
apps, however. Remember that there are word processor programs that
can import and export into Word. Also, it's always possible that
there are alternatives to the other programs. Still, your overall
point is quite true, and other applications in specific environments
can be added to your list.
Take Care
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On Jun 19, 2007, at 8:37 PM, Harry/ Linda Bates wrote:
Does the mac work well with such applications as MS Word, Quick
Book pro, and blackboard just to mention a few well used programs
at colleges and universities? In other words is VoiceOver adept at
using these programs, whereas I know the JAWS screen reader is. If
so, this would be a real selling point for the mac. If not, then
it still has limitations, which will still require a windows
screenreader and operating system for the beginning and advanced
students. I would really like to know the answers to these question.
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It's interesting because as much as I readily admit I criticize
Microsoft, my background has primarily been Windows. I have been
around Macs for a good twenty plus years, but I didn't actually
use a Mac until VoiceOver. I never got the chance to try
Outspoken and could never get my state counsellor to approve it.
Thus, my Windows knowledge and skills are at the point in which I
have and still train people, and I still utilize it for smaller
things at this point. I, too, look forward to the day in which I
am Windows free in my personal life. However, from the
perspective of my business, I will continue to use Windows and I
surely would never desire MS to go away. Competition, folks, is
always a great thing and important motivator. Microsoft has
finally gotten it's lesson in recent years.
Take Care
John D. Panarese
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Technologies for the Visually Impaired, Inc.
9 Nolan Court
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On Jun 19, 2007, at 4:44 PM, Richard Gardenhire wrote:
I use Windows (albeit rarely these days) for games and certain
chat clients, as well as to listen to Freedombox audio content.
That, having been said, I look forward to the day when I can use
the Mac, solely for my business, as well as, recreational
activities. That day, I believe, is getting closer. I was
always taught, from the time I left Kansas, in 1970, till now,
that I have to assess my needs and weigh them according to
what's going to help me tap into the marketshare for my work,
regardless of what I do. The Apple 2GS was the first computer I
learned to use, in the 1980's, and I'm glad I came back to the
operating system I love. However, I'm thankful for what litttle
knowledge of Windows I do have, and am able to maintain. As
they say in Kansas, "It ain't much, but it gets me to where I
want to go." And to coin an old company phrase, used by AT&T,
years ago, "We may be the only phone company in town, but we try
not to act like it." Sure, I would love to get as many blind
people on the "good foot," and join the Mac Revolution, but a
reality check tells me there's a long way before we get to that
point, and there's room at the proverbial table for everybody,
regardless of their need. Using both my Mac machines, I feel
quite comfortable, but sometimes I am willing to "step out of my
comfort zone" if I have to, which I find rare, these days.
Richie Gardenhire, Anchorage, Alaska.
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