Re: [Blind-Computing] USB Hubs

2011-04-02 Thread Francis E. Khan
You can purchase a USB hub with 7 ports. That should take care of your problems. - Original Message - From: "Niamh" To: Sent: Friday, April 01, 2011 8:24 PM Subject: [Blind-Computing] USB Hubs I am using Jaws 12 and Windows XP at work. I have for different USB connections constant

Re: [Blind-Computing] Want to purchase a copy ofMicrosoft2003program

2011-04-01 Thread Francis E. Khan
working on other peoples computers. Good luck, John - Original Message - From: "Francis E. Khan" To: "blind-computing" Sent: Wednesday, March 30, 2011 1:10 PM Subject: [Blind-Computing] Want to purchase a copy of MicroSoft 2003 program Yes, I want to purchase a ful

Re: [Blind-Computing] Want to purchase a copy of MicroSoft 2003program

2011-04-01 Thread Francis E. Khan
en the seal on the package. I setup my main computer to dual boot XP and Win 7. Unfortunately, I haven't had much time to get everything installed on Win 7, as I am always working on other peoples computers. Good luck, John - Original Message ----- From: "Francis E. Khan"

[Blind-Computing] Want to purchase a copy of MicroSoft 2003 program

2011-03-30 Thread Francis E. Khan
Yes, I want to purchase a full version of MS Office 2003 for my computer. I do not want to keep up with the Jonses at this point so, can anyone tell me where I can purchase Version 2003? Everybody is selling 2007 and 2010 but I am not ready for those just yet. Hope to hear from you soonest.

Re: [Blind-Computing] By the "pound sign"?

2011-03-27 Thread Francis E. Khan
m [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Francis E. Khan Sent: 27 March 2011 14:05 To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] By the "pound sign"? It depends on the keyboard you have. If I press the shift and the number 3 on the keyboa

Re: [Blind-Computing] By the "pound sign"?

2011-03-27 Thread Francis E. Khan
un...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Francis E. Khan Sent: 27 March 2011 14:05 To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] By the "pound sign"? It depends on the keyboard you have. If I press the shift and the number 3 on

Re: [Blind-Computing] By the "pound sign"?

2011-03-27 Thread Francis E. Khan
rs.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Francis E. Khan Sent: 26 March 2011 17:08 To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] By the "pound sign"? There are two ways to do this. The easiest one is to press the insert key and the 4 on the keybo

Re: [Blind-Computing] By the "pound sign"?

2011-03-26 Thread Francis E. Khan
ey note for those that do not. Take care. Mike - Original Message - From: Francis E. Khan To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Sent: Saturday, March 26, 2011 10:08 AM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] By the "pound sign"? There are two ways to do this. The easiest one is to

Re: [Blind-Computing] By the "pound sign"?

2011-03-26 Thread Francis E. Khan
There are two ways to do this. The easiest one is to press the insert key and the 4 on the keyboard and use the down arrow key until you hear the pound sign and press the enter key. The other way is to press the numlock key and type 156 using the keypad on the computer. - Original Message

[Blind-Computing] Using and creating graphs with JAWS

2011-03-12 Thread Francis E. Khan
I received a request from a student who wants to create his graphs and use AJAWS for reading the results for those which were created by other people. Do you have any tips for doing this? And are there any programs for creating these graphs? Years ago (back in 1988 I remember seeing something

[Blind-Computing] Using text boxes

2011-03-04 Thread Francis E. Khan
I have a 2012 calendar and need to put notes next to items on each of the twelve months of the year. Some years ago when I was using MsWord 2002 I could click the mouse and was able to find exactly where I needed to put the note by the date on the calendar that I wanted. Now that I am using Of

Re: [Blind-Computing] I need some advice on getting Outlook toworkagain

2011-02-12 Thread Francis E. Khan
ng] I need some advice on getting Outlook toworkagain hello there; first you could, redo the email account, so, either remove the account completely, or, you could make changes, to the current setting you have. - Original Message - From: "Francis E. Khan" To: &qu

[Blind-Computing] I need some advice on getting Outlook to work again

2011-02-12 Thread Francis E. Khan
A few days ago I tried to set up an e-mail account using Outlook which is part of my Office 2003 program on my computer. Somehow, I didn't configure the Exchange server and the Outlook component is not working. I also wanted to use the calendar in Outlook and that can't be done now. How do I

Re: [Blind-Computing] skype 5 sounds to soft, help please?

2011-02-06 Thread Francis E. Khan
Do you have a volume control to adjust the sound up or down when listening to music or voice messages? - Original Message - From: "Steve Boodram" To: Sent: Saturday, February 05, 2011 7:44 AM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] skype 5 sounds to soft, help please? I have that same proble

[Blind-Computing] Getting my Outlook component to work

2011-02-02 Thread Francis E. Khan
I am using Office 2003 which works well for me for the time being. A friend was trying to configure Ms Outlook to set up an e-mail account but for some reason I can't access the microsoft exchange server. All I hear is to retry but nothing happens. Can I undo his handiwork so that I can get m

[Blind-Computing] Looking to purchase a Mr. Coffee Junior coffee maker

2010-12-28 Thread Francis E. Khan
Hello all: Sorry for my first attempt at sending this message and am now resending it with my request. I hope someone on this list can help me. My coffee maker has died after ten years of excellent service and I need to purchase a new one. Does anyone know an internet site where I can purcha

[Blind-Computing] Looking for a Mr. Coffee Junior coffee maker

2010-12-28 Thread Francis E. Khan
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Re: [Blind-Computing] daily information

2010-12-28 Thread Francis E. Khan
From your daily tip today, I am getting the feeling that most of us are being conned by people who manufacture batteries. Can I be right? - Original Message - From: "David Ferrin" To: Sent: Tuesday, December 28, 2010 7:30 AM Subject: [Blind-Computing] daily information Daily Tip:

Re: [Blind-Computing] Learning the Intricaties of using Facebook

2010-12-26 Thread Francis E. Khan
have. b-f-b-subscr...@yahoogroups.com. - Original Message ----- From: "Francis E. Khan" To: "Blind Computing" Sent: Saturday, December 25, 2010 4:00 PM Subject: [Blind-Computing] Learning the Intricaties of using Facebook Someone suggested to me that I should joint Facebook and I

[Blind-Computing] Learning the Intricaties of using Facebook

2010-12-25 Thread Francis E. Khan
Someone suggested to me that I should joint Facebook and I received one lesson on being acquainted with it. Are there any tutorials on learning to navigate Facebook? I was told about walls and pictures and getting information about threads on my computer but they mean nothing to me now. Any a

[Blind-Computing] Learning to use Facebook

2010-12-25 Thread Francis E. Khan
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[Blind-Computing] Getting out of Facebook

2010-12-21 Thread Francis E. Khan
Yesterday, one of my nephews was showing me how to use Facebook and he opened an account. This site is not for me and I need to close my account. Those of you who adre on facebook, please give me instructions on how to delete the account. I prefer my normal e-mail contacts. Francis Khan For

Re: [Blind-Computing] Defragging my computer

2010-12-12 Thread Francis E. Khan
Thanks for the information. When I use my flash drives on computers other than mine I ensure that I scan them using McAfee when I return home. - Original Message - From: "David Ferrin" To: Sent: Sunday, December 12, 2010 7:10 PM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Defragging my computer

Re: [Blind-Computing] windows update

2010-12-11 Thread Francis E. Khan
You will receive a message asking you to install any updates that are on your computer. Sometimes, the update is downloaded to your computer and you are asked to restart the computer so that the download will be installed. - Original Message - From: "Anna Vimini" To: Sent: Saturday,

Re: [Blind-Computing] Using wsm...@wordsmith.org

2010-12-04 Thread Francis E. Khan
omorrow is another day, and I'll probably screw that one up too. - Original Message - From: "Francis E. Khan" To: "Blind Computing" Sent: Saturday, December 04, 2010 8:00 AM Subject: [Blind-Computing] Using wsm...@wordsmith.org I used this online dictionary sev

[Blind-Computing] Using wsm...@wordsmith.org

2010-12-04 Thread Francis E. Khan
I used this online dictionary several years ago and it worked for me. My memory has failed me on how one uses this e-mail so please jog my memory. For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/

Re: [Blind-Computing] NVDA podcast

2010-12-01 Thread Francis E. Khan
I agree about the podcast. After listening to a few words I aborted the link. - Original Message - From: "Andre Williams" To: Sent: Tuesday, November 30, 2010 12:10 PM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] NVDA podcast I'm sorry David. I was referring to the quality of Chris' podcasts. I

Re: [Blind-Computing] daily information

2010-11-27 Thread Francis E. Khan
Where can I get this program? - Original Message - From: "Gerald Levy" To: Sent: Saturday, November 27, 2010 4:21 PM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] daily information Core Temp is a small program that displays the internal temperature of your PC's processor in the System Tray. Thi

Re: [Blind-Computing] A vexing problem trying to get information

2010-11-27 Thread Francis E. Khan
trying to remember and type them. Hope I understood your vexing problem. marilyn - Original Message - From: "Francis E. Khan" To: "Blind Computing" Sent: Saturday, November 27, 2010 7:33 AM Subject: [Blind-Computing] A vexing problem trying to get information : Ther

[Blind-Computing] A vexing problem trying to get information

2010-11-27 Thread Francis E. Khan
There are times when I want to get information from the Internet and find that I am asked to type a series of numbers in order to get what I want. There are occasions when I can get sighted help but when there is none, I have to try again later. Is there a way now to get around this vexing p

Re: [Blind-Computing] Advice on getting a new computer

2010-11-26 Thread Francis E. Khan
f good deals on these items. Andre ----- Original Message - From: "Francis E. Khan" To: "Blind Computing" Sent: Friday, November 26, 2010 10:21 AM Subject: [Blind-Computing] Advice on getting a new computer I have been advised to get a new computer to help me do what I am

[Blind-Computing] Advice on getting a new computer

2010-11-26 Thread Francis E. Khan
I have been advised to get a new computer to help me do what I am doing and wonder whether it would be better to build a machine instead of purchasing one from the brands that are now available. This is what I want. My computer should be equipped with Windows 7 professional and I am told that

Re: [Blind-Computing] Survey: NVDA as primary screen reader

2010-11-26 Thread Francis E. Khan
It's free. - Original Message - From: "Nancy Shackelford" To: Sent: Friday, November 26, 2010 9:44 AM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Survey: NVDA as primary screen reader I have always used JAWS, but I would like to know what this NVDA is and how much it costs! TIA, Nance Nancy S

Re: [Blind-Computing] Setting volume when listening to programs ontheInternet

2010-11-20 Thread Francis E. Khan
ake care. Mike - Original Message - From: Francis E. Khan To: Blind Computing Sent: Saturday, November 20, 2010 12:46 PM Subject: [Blind-Computing] Setting volume when listening to programs on theInternet The volume on my computer is set using the volume control on the control on one o

[Blind-Computing] Setting volume when listening to programs on the Internet

2010-11-20 Thread Francis E. Khan
The volume on my computer is set using the volume control on the control on one of the speakers attached to the machine. However, when I want to listen to BBC radio programs or perhaps sacred music from FDC radio, it is necessary for me to increase the volume so that I can hear what is being sa

Re: [Blind-Computing] MS Office 2003 Service Pack 3

2010-11-18 Thread Francis E. Khan
y, good luck my friend. David Ferrin ow...@jaws-users.com I believe that tomorrow is another day, and I'll probably screw that one up too. ----- Original Message - From: "Francis E. Khan" To: "Blind Computing" Sent: Thursday, November 18, 2010 8:19 AM Subject:

Re: [Blind-Computing] MS Office 2003 Service Pack 3

2010-11-18 Thread Francis E. Khan
probably screw that one up too. - Original Message ----- From: "Francis E. Khan" To: "Blind Computing" Sent: Thursday, November 18, 2010 8:19 AM Subject: [Blind-Computing] MS Office 2003 Service Pack 3 I am trying to download the Office 2003 service pack 3 but can&#

[Blind-Computing] MS Office 2003 Service Pack 3

2010-11-18 Thread Francis E. Khan
I am trying to download the Office 2003 service pack 3 but can't find a site to download the software. Google is not helpful as I am having trouble to access the site. Any help in tracking the software would be appreciated. For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http:/

Re: [Blind-Computing] The latest version of NVDA

2010-11-16 Thread Francis E. Khan
Thanks. - Original Message - From: "Jackie McBride" To: Sent: Tuesday, November 16, 2010 4:42 PM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] The latest version of NVDA No problems here. The url is: www.nvda-project.or in case that helps.g On 11/16/10, Francis E. Khan wrote: I

[Blind-Computing] The latest version of NVDA

2010-11-16 Thread Francis E. Khan
I have been trying to connect to the NVDA site to download the latest version of NVDA but, unfortunately, the internet stops at 37% so the process was aborted. Is there another site where I can download the software? Francis Khan For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit:

[Blind-Computing] The Freedom Scientific Sara Ce reading product

2010-11-16 Thread Francis E. Khan
Has anybody on this list heard about this gadget from Freedom Scientific? I am interested in purchasing a camera/reading tool which is robust, easy to use and has a voice which is not metalic. Any information on the Sara ce or other product doing the same thing would be welcome. Francis Khan

Re: [Blind-Computing] Rearranging my desktop

2010-11-14 Thread Francis E. Khan
down arrow to 'my computer' & 'network places' & check those as well. HTH. On 11/14/10, Andre Williams wrote: Frances. You're essentially asking: my car doesn't start, what part do I have to buy to make it work? In other words, we will need more information

Re: [Blind-Computing] Rearranging my desktop

2010-11-14 Thread Francis E. Khan
to make it work? In other words, we will need more information such as the operating system to start. Andre - Original Message ----- From: "Francis E. Khan" To: "Blind Computing" Sent: Sunday, November 14, 2010 4:41 AM Subject: [Blind-Computing] Rearranging my deskto

[Blind-Computing] Rearranging my desktop

2010-11-14 Thread Francis E. Khan
I got help from a colleague after my computer crashed and was able to get most of my programs sorted out. However, somehow, the desktop layout isn't the same as when I bought the system. Now, the first item on the desktop is the recycle bin. Originally, the first icon was the "my documents" f

Re: [Blind-Computing] JFW and Windows 7 friendly appointment calendarprogram

2010-11-12 Thread Francis E. Khan
Is the calendar you mentioned in your message works with Windows XP? - Original Message - From: "Gerald Levy" To: Sent: Friday, November 12, 2010 1:40 PM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] JFW and Windows 7 friendly appointment calendarprogram The free appointment Calendar program wh

[Blind-Computing] Compatibility pluggin for reading 2007 word files in Office 2003

2010-10-03 Thread Francis E. Khan
I need to get the compatibility program to convert 2007 files to read them in Office 2003 but can't remember the link to download it. So far, I haven't done anything about installing Office 2007 but will get around that during the course of this year or early next year. One more thing. Where

[Blind-Computing] MicroSoft Essentials

2010-09-27 Thread Francis E. Khan
Hello: I need to send a copy of the MicroSoft Essentials antivirus program to a friend and would appreciate it if someone on this list can tell me the link to access the file. For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/

[Blind-Computing] Using McAfee antivirus to cleanup a flash drive

2010-09-24 Thread Francis E. Khan
I have been using the McAfee antivirus program for a number of years and it has kept my computer clean 99 times out of one hundred. What I want to do now is to ask the program to scan a flash drive and to get rid of any unwanted spyware, etec. How do I get the computer to scan the flash drive

Re: [Blind-Computing] synthesizer for NVDA

2010-09-23 Thread Francis E. Khan
3. With the file / program pasted into the synthDrivers folder, run the program. 4. You should now be able to select it from the synthesizer list, combo box found in preferences / synthesizer in the NVDA program. Hope this helps. Take care. Mike - Original Message ----- From: "Franci

Re: [Blind-Computing] synthesizer for NVDA

2010-09-23 Thread Francis E. Khan
What is the website to download Pico? I tried pico.com but got a company dealing with exhibition stands and things related. - Original Message - From: "Negoslav Sabev" To: Sent: Thursday, September 23, 2010 1:30 PM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] synthesizer for NVDA I've downloaded

Re: [Blind-Computing] Upgrading to Windows 7

2010-09-21 Thread Francis E. Khan
ups.com As I'm sure you are already aware, beware of Yahoo and its numerous odd behaviors. Good luck, Francis. I think you'll like Windows 7. I know I do. John Justice -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-user

Re: [Blind-Computing] Upgrading to Windows 7

2010-09-18 Thread Francis E. Khan
home, then you need windows 7 home. if you are using jaws pro, then the other windows 7 is what you need. sorry i do not know what windows 7 for jaws pro is call. Steve - Original Message - From: "Francis E. Khan" To: "Blind Computing" Sent: Saturday, September 18,

[Blind-Computing] Upgrading to Windows 7

2010-09-18 Thread Francis E. Khan
I have been using Windows XP for a while and now that I have heard a lot about Windows 7 and what it can do, I want to purchase a full version of the program to update my computer. However, I have heard that there are several versions to choose from such as Home Premium, etc. I want a version

Re: [Blind-Computing] opening the radio in web IE

2010-09-17 Thread Francis E. Khan
in web IE Hi, Francis, I visited that program and they really haven't done any improvements to thunder as far as I can see. Rosemarie - Original Message ----- From: "Francis E. Khan" To: Sent: Friday, September 17, 2010 11:07 AM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] openin

Re: [Blind-Computing] opening the radio in web IE

2010-09-17 Thread Francis E. Khan
- Original Message - From: "Francis E. Khan" To: Sent: Friday, September 17, 2010 8:29 AM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] opening the radio in web IE When I realized that Webbie needs a bit more work as far as listening to the radio component, I simply logged in to Mik

Re: [Blind-Computing] opening the radio in web IE

2010-09-17 Thread Francis E. Khan
ss them if the radio won't work? Rosemarie - Original Message - From: "Francis E. Khan" To: Sent: Friday, September 17, 2010 6:25 AM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] opening the radio in web IE I tried it yesterday and it won't work. Fortunaately, I can access a

Re: [Blind-Computing] opening the radio in web IE

2010-09-17 Thread Francis E. Khan
I tried it yesterday and it won't work. Fortunaately, I can access all of the BBC radio streams as well as those from the USA and they are easy to access. - Original Message - From: "ROSEMARIE CHAVARRIA" To: Sent: Thursday, September 16, 2010 7:56 PM Subject: [Blind-Computing] openin

Re: [Blind-Computing] The accessible calendar

2010-09-16 Thread Francis E. Khan
Re: [Blind-Computing] The accessible calendar Hi, the site is http://www.webbie.org.uk Martina -- From: "Francis E. Khan" Sent: Thursday, September 16, 2010 7:50 PM To: "Blind Computing" Subject: [Blind-Computing] The accessible cal

[Blind-Computing] The accessible calendar

2010-09-16 Thread Francis E. Khan
What is the name of the website where I can download the accessible calendar? I thought it was www.webbie.org and even when I substituted the *.org for *.com, I couldn't access anything. For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/

Re: [Blind-Computing] looking for a program to keep track ofmymoney and how much I spend.

2010-09-16 Thread Francis E. Khan
Excel is a beautiful program and if you really want to use it, Freedom Scientific has a number of tapes which are great for learning how to work with the program. After listening to the tapes you can do amortization schedules, budgets and other spreadsheets. Don't allow the program to intimid

Re: [Blind-Computing] looking for a program to keep track of mymoneyand how mutch I spend.

2010-09-16 Thread Francis E. Khan
How much does Money Talks cost? - Original Message - From: "David Ferrin" To: Sent: Thursday, September 16, 2010 8:14 AM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] looking for a program to keep track of mymoneyand how mutch I spend. First off there are no longer any free such programs availabl

Re: [Blind-Computing] Upgrading from XP to Windows 7

2010-09-11 Thread Francis E. Khan
> change until forced to do so. : >>> What exactly, is so great about windows 7? Marilyn : >>> - Original Message - : >>> From: "chris hallsworth" : >>> To: : >>> Sent: Friday, September 10, 2010 1:43 PM : >>> Sub

Re: [Blind-Computing] Upgrading from XP to Windows 7

2010-09-10 Thread Francis E. Khan
o far. From Chris H in Derbyshire On 10/09/2010 19:36, Francis E. Khan wrote: Thank you for the information. By 2014 we might be able to get something better than Windows 7. - Original Message - From: "Marilyn Walker" To: Sent: Friday, September 10, 2010 2:33 PM Subj

Re: [Blind-Computing] Upgrading from XP to Windows 7

2010-09-10 Thread Francis E. Khan
al Message - From: "Francis E. Khan" To: "Blind Computing" Sent: Friday, September 10, 2010 1:26 PM Subject: [Blind-Computing] Upgrading from XP to Windows 7 :I am using XP and wonder whether I can upgrade to Version 7. Do I need to purchase an upgrade or do I have

[Blind-Computing] Upgrading from XP to Windows 7

2010-09-10 Thread Francis E. Khan
I am using XP and wonder whether I can upgrade to Version 7. Do I need to purchase an upgrade or do I have to purchase a full version of Windows 7? For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/

Re: [Blind-Computing] guide

2010-08-25 Thread Francis E. Khan
But you didn't give the link to try out the software. Hope you can get it for us. - Original Message - From: "ROSEMARIE CHAVARRIA" To: Sent: Tuesday, August 24, 2010 6:08 PM Subject: [Blind-Computing] guide Hi, everyone, I just learned about a new screen reader on another list. It

Re: [Blind-Computing] Blind Cooltech podcasts

2010-08-13 Thread Francis E. Khan
of the Internet Options dialog. Don Marang There is just so much stuff in the world that, to me, is devoid of any real substance, value, and content that I just try to make sure that I am working on things that matter. Dean Kamen ---------- From: "Fra

Re: [Blind-Computing] Blind Cooltech podcasts

2010-08-13 Thread Francis E. Khan
matter. Dean Kamen ---------- From: "Francis E. Khan" Sent: Friday, August 13, 2010 12:55 PM To: Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Blind Cooltech podcasts I downloaded the feeddemon option and installed it. There is a Feed station and the Feeddem

Re: [Blind-Computing] Blind Cooltech podcasts

2010-08-13 Thread Francis E. Khan
devoid of any real substance, value, and content that I just try to make sure that I am working on things that matter. Dean Kamen -- From: "Francis E. Khan" Sent: Thursday, August 12, 2010 7:35 PM To: "Blind Computing" Su

[Blind-Computing] Blind Cooltech podcasts

2010-08-12 Thread Francis E. Khan
Does anybody know the address of Blind Cooltech? When I type the internet address of that site I am getting a company which deals with air-conditioning hardware. For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/

Re: [Blind-Computing] windows media 11 and real alternitive

2010-08-11 Thread Francis E. Khan
Is the Real alternative from www.whitestick.co.uk? - Original Message - From: "heather kd5cbl" To: Sent: Wednesday, August 11, 2010 8:56 AM Subject: [Blind-Computing] windows media 11 and real alternitive Hello, I have windows media 11 and the real alternative that has the media pla

Re: [Blind-Computing] Do I need to change from Skype 3.8

2010-07-31 Thread Francis E. Khan
I have been using Skype for since about 2002 and it was only on Sunday last that I changed from 3.8 to Skype 4.2. Google have been asking people to upgrade to the later versions of Skype but I don't know how long Version 3.8 will remain as it is. I know that scripts for this version might not

Re: [Blind-Computing] Information about the Braille 'n Speak

2010-07-28 Thread Francis E. Khan
about the Braille 'n Speak From what I know, it is. I don't know much about the Pac Mate. "A merry heart does good like medicine, but a broken spirit dries the bones." - Original Message - From: "Francis E. Khan" To: "Blind Computing" Sent:

[Blind-Computing] Information about the Braille 'n Speak

2010-07-28 Thread Francis E. Khan
Does anybody remember the Braille 'n Speak which was manufactured by Blazie? Freedom Scientific acquired Blazie so I am wondering whether the Packmate is is an up to date version of the Braille 'n Speak. Any information would be appreciated as i can't find any information of what the packmat

Re: [Blind-Computing] How does one change the subject line torelate to the current thread

2010-07-28 Thread Francis E. Khan
th the new one, or still better start a new message. Martina -- From: "Francis E. Khan" Sent: Wednesday, July 28, 2010 3:00 PM To: "Blind Computing" Subject: [Blind-Computing] How does one change the subject line to relate to

[Blind-Computing] How does one change the subject line to relate to the current thread

2010-07-28 Thread Francis E. Khan
Yesterday I posted a message about Windows Service Pack 3 but over time the subject changed to other matters not related to the service pack 3 thread. There was a post a few days ago but I might have deleted it. For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-us

Re: [Blind-Computing] Windows XP Service Pack 3

2010-07-27 Thread Francis E. Khan
menu in OE and then save as... The default .EML format will do, then save it into any folder you wish, best on some external drive or whatever you keep for data only; then you can be sure no emails get lost in an update or so. Martina ------ From: &

Re: [Blind-Computing] Windows XP Service Pack 3

2010-07-27 Thread Francis E. Khan
UnDBX and DBXtract. David Ferrin ow...@jaws-users.com - Original Message - From: "Francis E. Khan" To: Sent: Tuesday, July 27, 2010 13:46 Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Windows XP Service Pack 3 There is something I need to ask you. On a number of occasions when my syste

Re: [Blind-Computing] Windows XP Service Pack 3

2010-07-27 Thread Francis E. Khan
sday, July 27, 2010 1:27 PM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Windows XP Service Pack 3 Just so you got it is the main thing. David Ferrin ow...@jaws-users.com - Original Message - From: "Francis E. Khan" To: Sent: Tuesday, July 27, 2010 1:24 PM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing

Re: [Blind-Computing] Windows XP Service Pack 3

2010-07-27 Thread Francis E. Khan
8a-469d-b600-f32ce3edf42d/WindowsXP-KB936929-SP3-x86-ENU.exe David Ferrin ow...@jaws-users.com - Original Message - From: "Francis E. Khan" To: "Blind Computing" Sent: Tuesday, July 27, 2010 11:36 Subject: [Blind-Computing] Windows XP Service Pack 3 Does anybody on this

Re: [Blind-Computing] Windows XP Service Pack 3

2010-07-27 Thread Francis E. Khan
- Original Message - From: "Francis E. Khan" To: "Blind Computing" Sent: Tuesday, July 27, 2010 11:36 Subject: [Blind-Computing] Windows XP Service Pack 3 Does anybody on this list have a link where I can download Windows XP Service pack 3? I need it like yesterday! F

[Blind-Computing] Windows XP Service Pack 3

2010-07-27 Thread Francis E. Khan
Does anybody on this list have a link where I can download Windows XP Service pack 3? I need it like yesterday! For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/

Re: [Blind-Computing] Changing computer name

2010-07-16 Thread Francis E. Khan
good like medicine, but a broken spirit dries the bones." - Original Message - From: "Francis E. Khan" To: Sent: Friday, July 16, 2010 12:24 PM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Changing computer name I can access "my computer" on my desktop by pressing a

Re: [Blind-Computing] Changing computer name

2010-07-16 Thread Francis E. Khan
I can access "my computer" on my desktop by pressing alt-e as I don't have an icon to do this. How can I create an icon for "my computer"? - Original Message - From: "Negoslav Sabev" To: Sent: Friday, July 16, 2010 12:56 PM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Changing computer name 1. G

Re: [Blind-Computing] Messages deleted from the "sent items" folder

2010-07-14 Thread Francis E. Khan
help would be appreciated. Thanks, Dan - Original Message - From: "Francis E. Khan" To: Sent: Wednesday, July 14, 2010 11:55 AM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Messages deleted from the "sent items" folder I thought that would help. However, the McAfee program

Re: [Blind-Computing] Messages deleted from the "sent items" folder

2010-07-14 Thread Francis E. Khan
tab once you wil find a field labelled "Keep a copy of sent items in my 'sent' folder": make sure it is checked. Once you check this one, click okay. your problem will disappear once and forever. Cheers, Ishe ----- Original Message - From: "Francis E. Khan" T

[Blind-Computing] Messages deleted from the "sent items" folder

2010-07-14 Thread Francis E. Khan
I hope someone will be able to help me with this vexing problem. For a couple of weeks now, I have noticed that copies of messages I have sent are deleted from the "sent items" folder on my computer and I can't find out why this is happening. Normally, I would keep messages in that folder for

[Blind-Computing] Cobra

2010-07-10 Thread Francis E. Khan
What is Cobra and what does it do? For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/

Re: [Blind-Computing] GMail

2010-07-08 Thread Francis E. Khan
registering or signing up for websites and online services. A capcha is a visual verification that one has to solve in order to get an account or access to the needed service. Hope that helps... Hamid AITOUZNAG On 08/07/2010 16:29, Francis E. Khan wrote: Pardon my ignorance on this but what is w

Re: [Blind-Computing] GMail

2010-07-08 Thread Francis E. Khan
Pardon my ignorance on this but what is web bisum. What does it do and where do I find it? - Original Message - From: "David Ferrin" To: Sent: Thursday, July 08, 2010 11:03 AM Subject: [Blind-Computing] GMail After all of the discussion on hear regarding this topic I decided to go

Re: [Blind-Computing] Looking for tutorial on learning Powerpoint

2010-07-06 Thread Francis E. Khan
ability/ai/resource/tutorials_classes/JAWS/ppt_overview.htm http://www.freedomscientific.com/Training/training-powerpoint.asp And if you want to invest in tutorials http://www.blindtraining.com/shop/textbooks.htm Negoslav - Original Message - From: "Francis E. Khan" To: &qu

[Blind-Computing] Looking for tutorial on learning Powerpoint

2010-07-06 Thread Francis E. Khan
Does anybody know where I can obtain a tutorial or tutorials for learning Powerpoint? Any help would be appreciated. I remember having an acquaintance with a site in California (California Institute . . .) offering tutorials and hope that someone will rember the internet site. For answers to f

[Blind-Computing] GDI Window

2010-06-29 Thread Francis E. Khan
I started my computer this morning and got a message that there was some program called GDI Window which needed to be repaired. What is GDI window? and how do I get rid of it. For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/

Re: [Blind-Computing] Computer Start Up

2010-06-08 Thread Francis E. Khan
Will these instructions work with Windows XP? It is 10.48 PM in the UK so I will await your reply tomorrow. - Original Message - From: "Chris Hallsworth" To: Sent: Tuesday, June 08, 2010 2:06 PM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Computer Start Up 1. Press Windows+r to open the run dia

[Blind-Computing] Unpacking books downloaded from Bookshare.org

2010-06-05 Thread Francis E. Khan
I haven't downloaded books from Bookshare for a while and now that I have done so today, how do I access these books from my computer. The two books are The Holy Bible in DAISY format and the same book in BRF format. I want to put them on my Bookport Plus player. How do I start. For answers to

[Blind-Computing] Adobe Flash player

2010-06-04 Thread Francis E. Khan
Does anybody have a link where I can download a version of flash player? I tried the Adobe site and although I found the link it won't oblige me by downloading what I want. For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/

Re: [Blind-Computing] Converting plain text files to DAISY files

2010-05-31 Thread Francis E. Khan
given the download urls below: >> >> OpenOffice.org Portable | PortableApps.com - Portable software for USB >> drives >> http://portableapps.com/apps/office/openoffice_portable >> >> >> >> Download Open XML to DAISY XML Translator from SourceForge.net &

Re: [Blind-Computing] Converting plain text files to DAISY files

2010-05-25 Thread Francis E. Khan
h2009.docx/download HTH TJ - Original Message ----- From: Francis E. Khan To: Blind-Computing Sent: Thursday, May 20, 2010 12:00 PM Subject: [Blind-Computing] Converting plain text files to DAISY files I purchased the Bookport Plus player/recorder from the American Printing Hou

Re: [Blind-Computing] Problem With IE8

2010-05-22 Thread Francis E. Khan
sage- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com]on Behalf Of Francis E. Khan Sent: Saturday, May 22, 2010 8:53 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Problem With IE8 When you don't exit IE8 in the correct way, th

Re: [Blind-Computing] Problem With IE8

2010-05-22 Thread Francis E. Khan
When you don't exit IE8 in the correct way, that message comes up when you next open the program. s - Original Message - From: "Jenny Dawson" To: Sent: Friday, May 21, 2010 9:47 PM Subject: [Blind-Computing] Problem With IE8 Hi everyone Whenever I open IE8 I get a message saying t

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