I'm totally blind and due to available screen reader technology I've made a very good living as a computer programmer for some 20 odd years now. This being done Without govn assistance and even despite microsoft's continued opposition to accessible software design.
Its been thru the creative talent demonstrated by GW Micro thru their product that I've enjoyed this success. I know my story isn't far different from many other blind individuals who has made a living thru computer technology. The idea that GW Micro should provide their product for free is down right stupid. Who among you that are actually employed and/or enjoy the privledge of working for yourself would perform the work that you do for free. How do you expect the employees of GW Micro to provide for their families? And if our embarrassing excuse of a socialistic president attempts to overhaul the assistive technology industry we will all end up unemployed and completely removed from society. Competition has fueled innovation and advancement in every industry and its no different in the assistive technology industry. Over the years I've purchased and used all the major screen readers available and will continue to do so. WE is one important tool in my belt but not the only one. Its my opinion that there will never be a one size fits all accessibility solution. I for one hope GW Micro continues to develop and advance their product for many years to come. John If you reply to this message it will be delivered to the original sender only. If your reply would benefit others on the list and your message is related to GW Micro, then please consider sending your message to [email protected] so the entire list will receive it. GW-Info messages are archived at http://www.gwmicro.com/gwinfo. You can manage your list subscription at http://www.gwmicro.com/listserv.
