Re: [Blind-Computing] -Software
What software are you using to do Forex? Gerry -Original Message- From: Mike B. Sent: Monday, February 11, 2013 7:32 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Desktop Cleanup Wizard-Windows XP Howdy Rick, Thank you very much. Take care. Mike This email was sent from my, iGasSucking460Powered1969Mach1! - Original Message - From: Rick Justice To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Sent: Monday, February 11, 2013 4:05 PM Subject: [Blind-Computing] Desktop Cleanup Wizard-Windows XP Mike, If you didn't find the place to turn off the desktop cleanup wizard, here it is: Go to the control panel, then display. Next, go to the desktop tab, and tab to customize desktop spacebar that, and then tab to the run desktop cleanup wizard every 60 days, and uncheck the box. Okay your way out of the dialogues. You are done. HTH, Rick Justice For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] [Blind-ComputingGetting back on a mailing list]
I've been on a couple of mailing lists and they're high traffic lists. I haven't received e-mail from either list. What do I do? Gerry -Original Message- From: Fred Adams Sent: Tuesday, January 15, 2013 4:14 PM To: Jaws-users Subject: [Blind-Computing] Installing updates I am using W7, Outlook 2010 and latest jaws and I know how to install latest microsoft updates but how can I know what updates that I am installing? Before installing, I go to control panel to latest updates but I can't find what updates I am installing. I would like to see the updates so I know if I want to install or not. I would appreciate it if someone could give me info on this. Thanks much, FRED C. ADAMS W4HC For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Question
I'm on a high-traffic listserv. I haven't gotten anything from the list in 24 hours. What should I do? Gerry -Original Message- From: Rosemarie Chavarria Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 7:07 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] blocking emails in windows live mail Hi, everyone, I’ve been getting very nasty emails from sonebody I knew years ago. I won’t go into a lot of details but a friend of mine was going with him years ago. What I want to do is block his email address. I’m using windows live mail 2011. How do I block this person’s email address so I don’t receive any more emails from him? Thanks for your help in advance. Rosemarie For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] rs games
Speaking of computer games ... two questions. Are Jim Kitchen's games still around and do they work with Windows 7? Gerry -Original Message- From: Igor Melnikov Sent: Tuesday, January 08, 2013 8:01 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] rs games hi all! 07.01.2013 2:21, kerryn gunness пишет: anyone use rs games? yes. my friend was trying to install it, it installed successfully, but when u press enter on the desktop icon, u get a message, which says it is not configured properly, reinstalling it would solve the problem, which does not. please subscribe to rs-gamesis discussion list. please write blank letter to rsgames-discuss-subscr...@zanosoft.net or write letter vith you truble to support e-mail: rsga...@gmail.com -- sorry for the my english. vith best regards igor from russia, Novosibirsk. my mail end jabber: igoryat...@ya.ru icq:621781710 skype:hds20102 For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Another kurzweil question
I'm scanning books with Kurzweil software. I have read2go on my Ipad. What do I have to do to get the book that I've scanned on to my Ipad? Gerry -Original Message- From: Norman King Sent: Wednesday, August 08, 2012 2:06 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] kurzweil and opticbook 3800 Hi. Make sure you turn the scanner on before starting kurzweil. I don't have any personal experience with the scanner. I would call tech support. -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Dave Sent: Wednesday, August 08, 2012 8:17 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] kurzweil and opticbook 3800 Hello everyone; I just have a question regarding the opticbook 3800 scanner. Ddoes anyone use this scanner, and, if so, are they're particular settings that need to be followed in order for Kurzweil to function properly? I did install the scanner on a client's computer, However, When I go into Kurzweil, And press f9 to scan, I hear scanner can'tt be found. So I went in the menus, Chose, scanning, And made sure the opticbook twain was their. Interestingly enough, if I went to the opticbook from the system tray, and chose settings, the thing would start to process the text, and then start the scan. When I went back to do another scan, it said, the opticbook is being disabled. Can anyone shed some light on this? The Impossible Is The Untried. Never Underestimate The power Of A Dream. Email: davidwhitehead1...@cogeco.ca My email list: email-clients-with-screen-read...@yahoogroups.com Windows Live Messenger: davidmac1...@hotmail.com skype: wild_thing1957 For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Learning About Computers
I'm using Window-eyes. Thanks. Gerry -Original Message- From: Rick Justice Sent: Monday, June 04, 2012 7:25 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Learning About Computers Hi Gerry, Are you using a screen-reader?, and which one? Rick Justice - Original Message - From: "Gerry Mack" To: Sent: Sunday, June 03, 2012 8:42 PM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Learning About Computers kay. I guess I came to the right place. At this point I'm an e-mail getter and light Ie user. I just got a new Windows 7 computer. I own an Ipad. What do I do to become competent with my computer? Gerry -Original Message- From: Moderator Sent: Sunday, June 03, 2012 8:18 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] Learning About Computers Hi Gerry, Your subject line is lacking, please be more specific in the future. You have come to the right place, there are many members here that can help, and it's all free of charge. If you have a question, don't be afraid to ask, everyone here had to start somewhere as well. Richard Q. Justice-list moderator blind-computing@jaws-users.com jaws-users-l...@jaws-users.com - Original Message - From: "Gerry Mack" To: Sent: Saturday, June 02, 2012 11:57 AM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Question I just got a nice brand new Windows 7 computer. You could fit what I know about computeing and put Rush on the head of a pin and you'd still have room. I really want to sit down and learn. Who do I go to? Where do I start? Gerry -Original Message- From: Kimsan Sent: Friday, June 01, 2012 5:06 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Unable to get online using 64 bit laptop tnx john lol. - Original Message - From: "John Justice" To: Sent: Friday, June 01, 2012 12:07 PM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Unable to get online using 64 bit laptop Blue = activne, red = inactive. John and Linda Justice With guide dogs Jake and Zachary PERSONAL E-MAIL: john_just...@verizon.net -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kimsan Sent: Wednesday, May 30, 2012 8:08 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Unable to get online using 64 bit laptop I have a couple of laptops where there is this magnetic strip where if I run my finger across it, the internet will be turned off. I have enough vision to know if its blue, the internet is off and if it's red, the internet is on or was it the other way around? - Original Message - From: "Mike B." To: Sent: Wednesday, May 30, 2012 4:28 PM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Unable to get online using 64 bit laptop Hi Pedro, I don't use a laptop computer but, i have read somewhere that there might be a button or switch that turns on your wireless card. Hopefully someone will expand upon this & get you pointed in the right direction. Also, what brand / model laptop is it? Take care. Mike - Original Message - From: Pedro Romero To: Blind Computing list Sent: Wednesday, May 30, 2012 3:26 PM Subject: [Blind-Computing] Unable to get online using 64 bit laptop Hi all. I just purchased a 64 bit laptop which has Windows Seven. I am not able to go online with this machine but have no problem doing so with my 32 bit desktop machine. Could it be the router? The routher I am currently using is set up for hard-wired and wireless connections but prior to this, I have only used the wireless connection with a Mac. I should also say that I've had this Net-gear router for several years; long before 64 bit machines came out. Any thoughts on this matter would be appreciated. Pete For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Learning About Computers
kay. I guess I came to the right place. At this point I'm an e-mail getter and light Ie user. I just got a new Windows 7 computer. I own an Ipad. What do I do to become competent with my computer? Gerry -Original Message- From: Moderator Sent: Sunday, June 03, 2012 8:18 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] Learning About Computers Hi Gerry, Your subject line is lacking, please be more specific in the future. You have come to the right place, there are many members here that can help, and it's all free of charge. If you have a question, don't be afraid to ask, everyone here had to start somewhere as well. Richard Q. Justice-list moderator blind-computing@jaws-users.com jaws-users-l...@jaws-users.com - Original Message - From: "Gerry Mack" To: Sent: Saturday, June 02, 2012 11:57 AM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Question I just got a nice brand new Windows 7 computer. You could fit what I know about computeing and put Rush on the head of a pin and you'd still have room. I really want to sit down and learn. Who do I go to? Where do I start? Gerry -Original Message- From: Kimsan Sent: Friday, June 01, 2012 5:06 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Unable to get online using 64 bit laptop tnx john lol. - Original Message - From: "John Justice" To: Sent: Friday, June 01, 2012 12:07 PM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Unable to get online using 64 bit laptop Blue = activne, red = inactive. John and Linda Justice With guide dogs Jake and Zachary PERSONAL E-MAIL: john_just...@verizon.net -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kimsan Sent: Wednesday, May 30, 2012 8:08 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Unable to get online using 64 bit laptop I have a couple of laptops where there is this magnetic strip where if I run my finger across it, the internet will be turned off. I have enough vision to know if its blue, the internet is off and if it's red, the internet is on or was it the other way around? - Original Message - From: "Mike B." To: Sent: Wednesday, May 30, 2012 4:28 PM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Unable to get online using 64 bit laptop Hi Pedro, I don't use a laptop computer but, i have read somewhere that there might be a button or switch that turns on your wireless card. Hopefully someone will expand upon this & get you pointed in the right direction. Also, what brand / model laptop is it? Take care. Mike - Original Message - From: Pedro Romero To: Blind Computing list Sent: Wednesday, May 30, 2012 3:26 PM Subject: [Blind-Computing] Unable to get online using 64 bit laptop Hi all. I just purchased a 64 bit laptop which has Windows Seven. I am not able to go online with this machine but have no problem doing so with my 32 bit desktop machine. Could it be the router? The routher I am currently using is set up for hard-wired and wireless connections but prior to this, I have only used the wireless connection with a Mac. I should also say that I've had this Net-gear router for several years; long before 64 bit machines came out. Any thoughts on this matter would be appreciated. Pete For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Question
I just got a nice brand new Windows 7 computer. You could fit what I know about computeing and put Rush on the head of a pin and you'd still have room. I really want to sit down and learn. Who do I go to? Where do I start? Gerry -Original Message- From: Kimsan Sent: Friday, June 01, 2012 5:06 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Unable to get online using 64 bit laptop tnx john lol. - Original Message - From: "John Justice" To: Sent: Friday, June 01, 2012 12:07 PM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Unable to get online using 64 bit laptop Blue = activne, red = inactive. John and Linda Justice With guide dogs Jake and Zachary PERSONAL E-MAIL: john_just...@verizon.net -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kimsan Sent: Wednesday, May 30, 2012 8:08 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Unable to get online using 64 bit laptop I have a couple of laptops where there is this magnetic strip where if I run my finger across it, the internet will be turned off. I have enough vision to know if its blue, the internet is off and if it's red, the internet is on or was it the other way around? - Original Message - From: "Mike B." To: Sent: Wednesday, May 30, 2012 4:28 PM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Unable to get online using 64 bit laptop Hi Pedro, I don't use a laptop computer but, i have read somewhere that there might be a button or switch that turns on your wireless card. Hopefully someone will expand upon this & get you pointed in the right direction. Also, what brand / model laptop is it? Take care. Mike - Original Message - From: Pedro Romero To: Blind Computing list Sent: Wednesday, May 30, 2012 3:26 PM Subject: [Blind-Computing] Unable to get online using 64 bit laptop Hi all. I just purchased a 64 bit laptop which has Windows Seven. I am not able to go online with this machine but have no problem doing so with my 32 bit desktop machine. Could it be the router? The routher I am currently using is set up for hard-wired and wireless connections but prior to this, I have only used the wireless connection with a Mac. I should also say that I've had this Net-gear router for several years; long before 64 bit machines came out. Any thoughts on this matter would be appreciated. Pete For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Windows 7 Clipboard
Hi. I just started using Windows 7. Is it still possible to click on an Ie link and be able to read it with Windows live mail? Gerry -Original Message- From: hareth iraq Sent: Tuesday, May 15, 2012 10:10 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Windows 7 Clipboard Hi David many thanks for the reply yes it is a powerful app & the good news that its one step ahead cence it works with windows8 so it wont be a waste of your time & thanks again have a good day... On 5/15/12, David Ferrin wrote: Interesting, yet another item on my to do list. I just went and picked up this little deal. With luck some fine day I'll get to take a look at it. From the web page it sounds pretty powerful. Before it though I am going to take a look at Cobian backup. The world is just so full of these little programs that are very specialized in what they do. David Ferrin Always be yourself because the people that matter don't mind, and the ones that mind don't matter. - Original Message - From: "hareth iraq" To: Sent: Saturday, May 12, 2012 4:56 PM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Windows 7 Clipboard Hi all this clip board app is verry useful & accesseble with jaws its new & works fine with win7 it has a lot of options and hotkeys give it a try & i wish one of you make a jaws script for it to read the clip list on the fly the link for the app home page choose free download link for the app download http://www.cybermatrix.com/clipboard_magic.html?exe enjoy... On 5/12/12, Rick Justice wrote: Hi Trish, Yes, although it was written for earlier 32-bit versions of Windows, it does work on my 64-bit version of Windows 7. I checked it out, before I posted about it. HTH, Rick Justice - Original Message - From: "Trish" To: Sent: Saturday, May 12, 2012 12:23 PM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Windows 7 Clipboard this utility works for win 7 too? I looked at her web site and only heard for XP? Thanks, Trish - Original Message - From: "Rick Justice" To: Sent: Friday, May 11, 2012 6:59 PM Subject: [Blind-Computing] Windows 7 Clipboard If you want to view what is on the clipboard in Windows 7, give this a try: http://www.blind-computing.com/system_utilities/pages/karen's_clipboard_viewer.html If you have copied text to the clipboard,then it will be displayed here. As far as other items, you are limited to what will show, however, no matter what is on the clipboard, it can be cleared from this utility. HTH, Rick Justice For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ -- hareth For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ -- hareth For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] "Pc to Ipad question"
I've got a book I just scanned. Is there any way of getting this file on to my Ipad? Gerry - Original Message - From: "David" To: Sent: Sunday, March 25, 2012 3:55 PM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Another "how to" Hello there; Which email client are we asking about? Perhaps you would get an answer if you had stated which email client you're wanting the help for. -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Cliff Smales Sent: Sunday, March 25, 2012 9:41 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] Another "how to" Usually I let my computer add my new addresses to my book, for me. Here, I have two addresses, for one party, and wish to add only one. What is the short cut key for doing this? Thanks, as always. Cliff Smales For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Question
Okay! Todays issue. How do I put in a drop box? I did all the next--next--next and it's as if the program didn't all the way install. And how do I connect all this with my Ipad? Thanks! Gerry - Original Message - From: "Bob W" To: Sent: Sunday, March 18, 2012 1:09 PM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Question Hi Gerry. Since you sent your message, you obviously don't have to start from the very beginning. So, figure out what you do know, and what you want to know. Then ask questions and I think you'll be surprised how helpful this group will be. The more explicit you can be, the better answers you'll get. Bob ----- Original Message - From: "Gerry Mack" To: Sent: Sunday, March 18, 2012 9:47 AM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Question If I wanted to pretty much go back and start from the beginning, or pretty much the beginning concerning computer use, where and how would I do it? I'm missing all the fun and I'm tired of not knowing anything. Thanks in advance. Gerry - Original Message - From: "Nicole Valicia Thompson-Andrews" To: Sent: Thursday, March 15, 2012 10:35 PM Subject: [Blind-Computing] Linking Adddress Books How do I link my Gmail and outlok Express address book? Nicole Thompson-Andrews Pen name Mellissa Green Budding novelist and Haiku and acrostic writer Tweet me @greenNovelist For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Question
Thank you. I guess I know how to turn the machine on. I know how to bring up Outlook Express and Internet Explorer, etc. I mean how to maintain the computer--things like that. Gerry - Original Message - From: "Bob W" To: Sent: Sunday, March 18, 2012 1:09 PM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Question Hi Gerry. Since you sent your message, you obviously don't have to start from the very beginning. So, figure out what you do know, and what you want to know. Then ask questions and I think you'll be surprised how helpful this group will be. The more explicit you can be, the better answers you'll get. Bob - Original Message - From: "Gerry Mack" To: Sent: Sunday, March 18, 2012 9:47 AM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Question If I wanted to pretty much go back and start from the beginning, or pretty much the beginning concerning computer use, where and how would I do it? I'm missing all the fun and I'm tired of not knowing anything. Thanks in advance. Gerry - Original Message - From: "Nicole Valicia Thompson-Andrews" To: Sent: Thursday, March 15, 2012 10:35 PM Subject: [Blind-Computing] Linking Adddress Books How do I link my Gmail and outlok Express address book? Nicole Thompson-Andrews Pen name Mellissa Green Budding novelist and Haiku and acrostic writer Tweet me @greenNovelist For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Question
If I wanted to pretty much go back and start from the beginning, or pretty much the beginning concerning computer use, where and how would I do it? I'm missing all the fun and I'm tired of not knowing anything. Thanks in advance. Gerry - Original Message - From: "Nicole Valicia Thompson-Andrews" To: Sent: Thursday, March 15, 2012 10:35 PM Subject: [Blind-Computing] Linking Adddress Books How do I link my Gmail and outlok Express address book? Nicole Thompson-Andrews Pen name Mellissa Green Budding novelist and Haiku and acrostic writer Tweet me @greenNovelist For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Question
I want to install Dropbox so that I can get scanned books from my computer to my Ipad. I've done the "next, next, next," thing and no installation. What do I do? Gerry - Original Message - From: "susan" To: Sent: Tuesday, February 21, 2012 2:37 PM Subject: [Blind-Computing] accessibility of Kindle Hi everyone, Just wondering about the current state of accessibility of the Kindle app. Is there any way to read a Kindle book within JAWS or convert it for use with an OCR? I assume not but thought it was worth asking. Thanks. Susan For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
