Re: [JAWS-Users] laptops and OS

Mon, 29 Mar 2010 05:38:30 -0700

Yes, a 64-bit computer can most often run 32-bit software. Where you run into the problem is you may have an older scanner or printer which won't work in the 64-bit computer, so you need to check the manufacturer's site to make sure you can download a 64-bit driver.
Also, if you consider a 64-bit Vista machine, you will need to update Jaws to verswion 10 as that is the first version which supports 64-bit operating systems. 


As for not supporting Office 2003, that may be true.  But, depending on your 
needs, that might be largely irrelevant.  There are still a helluva lot of 
people out there using Office 2000 and even some using Office 97 software.


Steve

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Jean Menzies" <[email protected]>

To: <[email protected]>
Sent: Sunday, March 28, 2010 8:53 PM
Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] laptops and OS



Thank you all for your very hehlpful replies re a laptop and Windows 7. 
I'll

know later this week what the school uses, and that will determine what I
will look for. One reason why I think I have to give up my much-loved
Word-2003 is that Microsoft has or is soon stopping support for it as they
move forward. I don't want to be a dinosaur. .


So, what about 64-bit versus 32-bit? I know Jaws now supports 64-bit. Can 
a

64-bit PC or laptop run 32-bit software, or is that how it works? Not sure
about that stuff either.



----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Steve" <[email protected]>

To: <[email protected]>
Sent: Sunday, March 28, 2010 6:45 PM
Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] laptops and OS


Jean,

Well, first, any laptop will work.  It's a good idea to consider several
things when looking for a laptop.  Since keyboard layouts vary in terms of
where certain less-used keys like backslash, the applications key, insert,

end, pgup and pgdn, if they are present are located, it is good if you 
look
at a model you are considering buying first.  You can always shop for it 
on

the internet if you are comfortable with its keyboard layout.  If you are
considering a netbook, which is an underpowered laptop, there are a couple
that don't have dedicated function keys.

Second, consider the size of the laptop display.  Those with 13 inch
displays are lighter to carry around.  Those with 17-inch displays often
have a full keyboard including separate numpad.

Third, if you look around on the internet, you can find laptops with Vista

or probably even XP Professional.  But, if your choice is between Vista 
and
Windows 7, go with Win 7.  It is more efficient, more responsive, and just 
a

better operating system than Vista.


Fourth, MsOffice 2003 will work with Windows 7 computers.  You don't have 
to

upgrade to Office 2007 unless the school requires it.

Steve
Lansing, MI


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Jean Menzies" <[email protected]>

To: "Jaws Users List" <[email protected]>
Sent: Sunday, March 28, 2010 5:10 PM
Subject: [JAWS-Users] laptops and OS



Hello all,

I don't have time to read many messages, so apologize if this has been
covered or is of common knowledge.

I am in the market for a laptop computer. I've never owned a laptop and
don't know what to look for or avoid as a blind user. I will have to
upgrade Jaws as I'm back on version 8. I'm thinking that most laptops now

are sold with Windows 2007 operating system. How does Jaws work with 
that?

Of course, it would be whatever current version Jaws is at, version 11 I

think. Also, I would then have to make the leap to Office 2007 from 
Office

2003. I may have to use Office 2007 including PowerPoint, Excel, IE, and
Word in school next fall. I'll know that for sure later this week, but I
would expect that they will not be using my favourite 2003 stuff.

Anyway, any pointers on upgrading would be appreciated.

Thanks.

Jean

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