Wally, I understand your frustration. Remember that no matter what level of computing we are all at, we all are frustrated about various computer things. Another thing to remember though is that sometimes you just have to keep trudging along. While waiting for an answer, go on google and search for things. We all try and help each other, and GW really do a great job of helping, but remember they are a small company so it's not always easy to answer everything all the time. I don't know how they do as much as they do. Regarding Apple and Microsoft trying to make things inaccessable, I don't think they do that, but on the other hand we aren't at the top of their food chain either, and that's the problems. I would encourage you to keep at it, and remember Google is your Friend. There are also some places where you can listen to podcasts geared to the blind computer user, and also some MP3 classes or tutorials for different programs etc. We are all in t. It always seems that the more I know, the more I need to learn. Hang in there. Bill he same place even if we are at different levels of understanding -----Original Message----- From: Patrick [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Saturday, November 17, 2012 12:47 PM To: [email protected] Subject: Re: big thanks
Silence? I replied to your message and told you what you needed. Your choice, but to just give up and make a general statement like none of the screen readers are any good is a bit harsh, and untrue. -----Original Message----- From: wally v, yeah that's me Sent: Saturday, November 17, 2012 12:35 PM To: [email protected] Subject: big thanks Once again, i'd like to say a big thanks to all of you who have been of assistance to me. Unfortunately, because of multiple, and costly computer problems, indifference on the part of computer users, not those on this great group but others, and the cost of using the internet, I'll be shutting things down at the end of the month. Having said that i wish to make some observations. It seems these days, there is a calous indifference on the part of many experienced computer users toward newbies. We're often told, "just mess around with your computer, and you'll learn. For some who have a natural nack for computers, this is probably good advice. But when you get along with computers poorly, and the frustration level is high, more assistance is needed. If you are an experienced user of computers, please have a heart. I remember the good old days back when cb radios abounded, folks, let's bring those days back, and be more helpful, let's can the tudes. Furthermore, I feel that microsoft, and apple are on a campaign to make computers more, and more inaccessible to the blind. With the proliferation of touch screens, blind people are having increased difficulty with using computers, let alone home appliances. Lastly, and most surprisingly, I'm finding even screen reader manufacturers to be indifferent. I attempted to contact gw micro regarding their webinars in one respect. Generally, I found the webinars themselves to be the best i've ever seen. But suddenly, i came to a roadblock. I had no knowledge of pdf's, what i needed to read them, and how to use the software. Attempts to obtain information were met with silence. It is my conclusion that help is not forthcoming. I also observe as a list member that everyone is having trouble with their screen readers. This leads me to believe that none of them are any good. Therefore, i'm getting myself out of this whole mess. Thanks. 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. 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. 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.
