Re: [JAWS-Users] anti-virus

2012-03-01 Thread Damien O'Connor
Hi everyone. I've been following this thread. I use windows 7, jaws 11 and avast anti-virus. I'm not having any problems with avast but just wondered if it would be worth my while changing to Microsoft. Are there any advantages or should I stick with what I've got? Thanks in advance Damien.

[JAWS-Users] thunderbird queries?

2012-03-01 Thread Adam Morris
I've just subscribed so sorry if this has been covered prior. does anyone know of a way to get thunderbird to announce the read status of messages Someone has succeeded to do it with window eyes with a prior version. I'm using jaws 13 latest build and Thunderbird version 10. For answers

[JAWS-Users] List Guidelines Reminder

2012-03-01 Thread Moderator
Hello and welcome to the JAWS Users list. This list has been created for The purpose of discussing all aspects of the JAWS for Windows screen reader Program. So everything that pertains to JAWS is fair game. Such as asking about what software packages work well with JAWS or how to make them

[JAWS-Users] daily term

2012-03-01 Thread David Ferrin
This is something that those of us who ever programmed can relate: object code: There are three types of code (a system of symbols presented in a manner a computer can understand): source code, object code, and machine code. In the before, during, and after of programming, source code is the

Re: [JAWS-Users] work at home opportunities accessibility

2012-03-01 Thread Kathy Pingstock
I would like some info. What is your e-mail address? Kathy -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of scott Sent: Wednesday, February 29, 2012 5:36 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re:

Re: [JAWS-Users] I can't get research it to work with Wikipedia.

2012-03-01 Thread Howard
hi: I was hoping there would be an update to coincide with the CSUN conference out in san diego but I guess not. howard wolcott -- From: Fred Adams hamsh...@tampabay.rr.com Sent: Wednesday, February 29, 2012 9:38 PM To:

Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS13 And Microsoft Internet Explorer 9

2012-03-01 Thread Janie Degenshein
Your most welcome Keep Smiling, Janie Degenshein Happiness isn't having what you want, but wanting what you already have Access Tech Consultant Facilitator of ECHO (Eyes Closed Hearts Open) President, National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey Senior Division Co-host of OTBS On The Bright

Re: [JAWS-Users] Microsoft Windows 7 And The Media Player

2012-03-01 Thread Brian Lee
Hello Steven, One way to use Windows Media Player to play a folder of music and to shuffle the songs is as follows: 1. Browse to and select the folder in Windows Explorer but don't open it. 2. Use the contextual menu by pressing the application key or holding down the shift key and pressing

[JAWS-Users] Find FS free webinar archive of using/adjusting IE9 to work with JAWS

2012-03-01 Thread Dujari, Prateek
http://www.freedomscientific.com/training/Free-Webinars.asp#FreeArchive go down the list and find the archive which is adequate for any Jfw12 or 12 or beyond user to work with Ie9. I post this because I often find lister asking questions to do with IE9. enjoy Prateek -Original

[JAWS-Users] Accessing a Preview Graphic

2012-03-01 Thread dgcnc
I use www.legalsounds.com for mp3 music. The preview button use to speak and the website says they have done nothing to this aspect of the site. Open any album and it is located track#, space, preview graphic, space, song title. I am using Windows 7, IE9, and Jaws latest 13.0.718. How can I

Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS13 And Microsoft Internet Explorer 9

2012-03-01 Thread Steve Boodram
Okay thanks. I have it on my laptop running Win7 but thought I'd try it on my XP machine. - Original Message - From: tim z200...@gmail.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, February 29, 2012 6:17 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS13 And Microsoft Internet Explorer 9

[JAWS-Users] jaws dictionary manager.

2012-03-01 Thread Damien O'Connor
Hi everyone. I've been using the dictionary manager to get jaws to pronounce words in the way I want it to. I've put the entries into the default dictionary file in the dictionary manager, as I understood this to mean that no matter what application I am using, jaws will pronounce my entries in

Re: [JAWS-Users] Accessing a Preview Graphic

2012-03-01 Thread Dean Martineau
I was able to make the preview links on this Russian-Federation music site work by going into the Personalize Web Page dialog, shift+Insert+v, pressing G until I heard Graphics show, and pressing Space for All and pressing enter to lock in the settings. Dean -Original Message- From:

Re: [JAWS-Users] jaws dictionary manager.

2012-03-01 Thread leonard morris
Did you press shift ctrl d? If you don't I believe only the open app will be impacted. -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Damien O'Connor Sent: Friday, March 02, 2012 5:13 AM To:

Re: [JAWS-Users] jaws dictionary manager.

2012-03-01 Thread Dean Martineau
Do you check when you create the new dictionary item to ensure that it is generating the pronunciation you want before exiting the Add dialog, and then do you save the default file? Maybe throw out a word you're trying to correct so we can replicate the problem. Dean -Original Message-

Re: [JAWS-Users] jaws dictionary manager.

2012-03-01 Thread vrvaughan
Hi Damien, After you have made your entry, did you tab over to the OK button and hit Enter, and then save your entry with CONTROL S? Only then is it safe to close thedictionary manager with ALT F4. Best of luck! Vickymanagor - Original Message - From: Damien O'Connor

Re: [JAWS-Users] jaws dictionary manager.

2012-03-01 Thread Damien O'Connor
Hi Dean. I made the mistake of not pressing control, shift and d when adding the word. Damien. -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Dean Martineau Sent: 01 March 2012 22:51 To:

[JAWS-Users] Uninstalling IE 9

2012-03-01 Thread Linda Vanderlitz
Anyone know where I can get instructions for the simple-minded computer -user on how to uninstall IE 9? I tried the Jaws-users site but didn't find any or looked in the wrong place. Tia. Linda If money talks, chocolate sings. For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit:

Re: [JAWS-Users] Uninstalling IE 9

2012-03-01 Thread David Ferrin
Guess I have been goofing off if I didn't get around to placing those instructions up there as of yet. I might have to write them up from scratch, although there is a large amount of stuff in my pending folder some of which may never make it up there unless I go full time at it. David Ferrin

Re: [JAWS-Users] Uninstalling IE 9

2012-03-01 Thread Trish
funny, I thought you were full time? - Original Message - From: David Ferrin ow...@jaws-users.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Thursday, March 01, 2012 6:55 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Uninstalling IE 9 Guess I have been goofing off if I didn't get around to placing those

Re: [JAWS-Users] Uninstalling IE 9

2012-03-01 Thread Linda Vanderlitz
David: Thanks for the concern. I might not have looked in the right place but did not find those instructions. I am sure with all that spare time you have at your disposal that it just slipped your mind. Thanks anyway. Linda If money talks, chocolate sings. For answers to frequently

Re: [JAWS-Users] Uninstalling IE 9

2012-03-01 Thread Kuenga Chhoegyel
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Re: [JAWS-Users] Uninstalling IE 9

2012-03-01 Thread Mike Barbara
Hi Linda, Below are the steps a fellow list member posted awhile back. From: Flor Lynch Do the following in Windows 7 1. Open the start menu and in the search edit box, type updates. 2. Wait a moment, then arrow down to Show installed updates 3. Press enter key and wait for the list to load up.

Re: [JAWS-Users] Uninstalling IE 9

2012-03-01 Thread Linda Vanderlitz
Thank you. These instructions do sound clear and even a computer-dunce like me should be able to follow them. IE 8 was sure a lot easier to deal with (sigh). Linda If money talks, chocolate sings. For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit:

[JAWS-Users] How do I close the stupid favorites tree view?

2012-03-01 Thread Randy Tijerina
friends, i'm near tears and my head's hurting. I'm using jaws 11 and IE8. I am not sure what key combo I hit by accident. it keeps bringing up the favorites, and takes centuries to load. How do I close it up? For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit:

Re: [JAWS-Users] How do I close the stupid favorites tree view?

2012-03-01 Thread Kimsan
Tab until you hear close the favorites center button or press CTRL shift I. -- Kimsan Song Online Assistive Technology trainer www.BlindAccessTraining.com -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Randy

[JAWS-Users] Books from Amazon

2012-03-01 Thread David Maynard
Hello; A friend of mine posted his new book on Amazon and Barnes Nobles. I have never purchased books from either of them. It is listed as Kindle addition. If I download the book will I be able to read it with JAWS? If not, is there something else I must purchase or download to make it

Re: [JAWS-Users] Books from Amazon

2012-03-01 Thread Marilyn Walker
There's a free kindel companion software at Amazon so you can buy and then read the books on your computer. Look around on Amazon. Marilyn - Original Message - From: David Maynard dmaynar...@frontier.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Thursday, March 01, 2012 9:38 PM Subject:

Re: [JAWS-Users] Uninstalling IE 9

2012-03-01 Thread jim rawls
Oh man, and let chocolate sing all the verses and any other songs it might like to sing. Smile. Jim -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Linda Vanderlitz Sent: Thursday, March 01, 2012 5:56 PM To:

Re: [JAWS-Users] Uninstalling IE 9

2012-03-01 Thread Linda Vanderlitz
Jim: But it sings best when it is darkest. Linda If money talks, chocolate sings. For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/

Re: [JAWS-Users] Uninstalling IE 9

2012-03-01 Thread jim rawls
Amen and amen. Milk chocolate is forbidden. Did you see the memo? Grin. And white chocolate isn't even up for discussion. -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Linda Vanderlitz Sent: Thursday, March 01,

Re: [JAWS-Users] Uninstalling IE 9

2012-03-01 Thread Linda Vanderlitz
You're sure right about white chocolate. But I suspect the List owner is going to find this fascinating discussion way, way off topic (smile). Linda If money talks, chocolate sings. For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/