[JAWS-Users] a couple questions

2018-05-14 Thread Shane Hecker
I'm using the latest Jaws 2018 with Windows 10 build 1803. Is it my imagination or did the keystroke for bringing up a skim reading summary go away? Also, has anyone got the virtual ribbons to work in Windows explorer? I can't seem to get them working. They work everywhere else so far as I can

[JAWS-Users] signing a pdf document

2017-12-06 Thread Shane Hecker
Is there an accessible way using Jaws to sign a pdf document with Adobe Reader DC? Thanks for any info. Shane For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/

Re: [JAWS-Users] Weather Underground has changed

2017-03-11 Thread Shane Hecker
/2017 6:01 AM, Vicki wrote: So does this mean that when you use the research feature on the computer, it should work because it doesn't. I guess I'm a little confused as to what you mean by desktop. Vicki - Original Message - From: "Shane Hecker" <shanehec...@gmail.com>

Re: [JAWS-Users] Weather Underground has changed

2017-03-10 Thread Shane Hecker
cordingly. Rose Combs -Original Message- From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Shane Hecker Sent: Friday, March 10, 2017 10:45 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Weather Underground has changed Looks like Weather Underground has

[JAWS-Users] Weather Underground has changed

2017-03-10 Thread Shane Hecker
Looks like Weather Underground has changed and the mobile site is either down or no longer available. When I go to m.wund.com, it pulls up the full desktop site. Additionally, when I try to do a lookup using the weather research-it feature, it says it can't find any results. Shane For

[JAWS-Users] accessible password managers

2017-03-07 Thread Shane Hecker
Are there any favorites you have that work well with Jaws? Thanks. Shane For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/

[JAWS-Users] annoying jaws problem

2017-03-02 Thread Shane Hecker
I've seen this quite a bit with my laptop running Windows 10 pro 64 bit. When I try looking at the desktop with the Jaws cursor, it will say something like this: checked unchecked read only pressed unavailable droppable grabbed dragable What is this and why can't the Jaws cursor properly see

Re: [JAWS-Users] reg cleaners

2017-02-28 Thread Shane Hecker
, and if it is a freeby or not? Thanks. Jerry -Original Message- From: Shane Hecker Sent: Monday, February 27, 2017 10:12 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] reg cleaners Best thing to do in that case is attempt running the test on the computer having problems

Re: [JAWS-Users] reg cleaners

2017-02-27 Thread Shane Hecker
desktop and an hp laptop that is as about as fast as an old 8088. -Original Message- From: Shane Hecker Sent: Monday, February 27, 2017 9:38 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] reg cleaners I'd test the hard drive first. Usually it's the number 1 thing

Re: [JAWS-Users] reg cleaners

2017-02-27 Thread Shane Hecker
w months after win 7 was released -Original Message- From: Shane Hecker Sent: Monday, February 27, 2017 8:13 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] reg cleaners I'd run cCleaner. It does a pretty good job and is accessible for the most part. However you may wish

Re: [JAWS-Users] reg cleaners

2017-02-27 Thread Shane Hecker
I'd run cCleaner. It does a pretty good job and is accessible for the most part. However you may wish to consider a couple articles: https://www.howtogeek.com/171633/why-using-a-registry-cleaner-wont-speed-up-your-pc-or-fix-crashes/

Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS/Windows Inquiry

2017-02-27 Thread Shane Hecker
Could it be placing applications on multiple virtual desktops? I've seen it once where I couldn't get to an application because it was on a new virtual desktop that had been created, but that I was not aware of. There's a setting I believe related to the task bar where you can tell it when you

Re: [JAWS-Users] Anti-virus software

2017-02-08 Thread Shane Hecker
Try Sophos home. It works for me. Shane On 2/8/2017 5:18 PM, Adam Ferguson wrote: Hello all. I appreciate that this question has probably been asked numerous times before so I apologise. What, from your experience, is the best anti-virus software in relation to compatibility with JAWS? If

Re: [JAWS-Users] abby fine reader

2016-12-26 Thread Shane Hecker
The first question I would ask is has the scanner been cleaned? Dirty scanner means you won't get a clear picture which will make it harder for the OCR to do its job. The other thing I'd consider is are your drivers for the scanner up to date? Hope this helps some. Shane On 12/24/2016 4:39

Re: [JAWS-Users] clearing out windows update cache

2016-06-18 Thread Shane Hecker
You might try CCleaner. Another option is are you using Auslogics Disk Defrag free? If so, you can tell it to clear the Windows update cache before defragmenting. Shane On 6/17/2016 9:58 PM, petras wrote: Hello, I'm trying to clear out my windows update cache. How do I clear the cach out? I

Re: [JAWS-Users] windows 10 redstone

2016-06-15 Thread Shane Hecker
I'm guessing that'll be the anniversary update that is supposed to come out in July. Shane On 6/15/2016 11:03 AM, Roger Levine wrote: Hello, What is RedStone Windows 10? -Original Message- From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Josh

Re: [JAWS-Users] ResearchIt weather

2016-05-02 Thread Shane Hecker
Jaws is not the problem, it's m.wund.com. It's coming up with the http 400 error. > On May 2, 2016, at 4:34 PM, wayne smith wrote: > > I am using JAWS 15 and the weather does not work for me, but other functions > do work so it is something specific to the

Re: [JAWS-Users] How Do You Protect Your Jawks Key

2016-04-17 Thread Shane Hecker
Anyone remember the days when floppies were used for authorizing ? Back then there was a trick for replacing lost keys. It's too bad that someone hasn't developed a backup program for jaws keys. I'm thinking something similar to Advanced Tokens Manager. > On Apr 17, 2016, at 5:51 PM, Angel

Re: [JAWS-Users] defragging disk

2016-03-05 Thread Shane Hecker
I wouldn't worry too much about the recovery disk as it's not going to be used that much if at all. Your system drive (the C drive) is the one that should be kept defragmented. Shane On 3/5/2016 11:57 AM, Kevin wrote: running windows 10 using jaws 17 latest when using the windows disc defrag

Re: [JAWS-Users] Accessible Travel Directions

2016-02-21 Thread Shane Hecker
The sun can sometimes be of help, depending on the season and time of day. Morning, the sun is in the east, evening, it's in the west. Also, a good compass can be of use. If you got the iPhone, you've got a built-in compass. It will tell you in degrees which way you are facing. 0/360 degrees

Re: [JAWS-Users] jaws training

2016-02-20 Thread Shane Hecker
Should be in the help menu. Insert+j then H. Look for Jaws training. > On Feb 20, 2016, at 11:12 AM, LeDon Becker wrote: > > How do I get to the jaws training files? I am running jaws from the system > tray. > For answers to frequently asked questions about this list

Re: [JAWS-Users] Weather No Longer Working on ResearchIt

2016-02-18 Thread Shane Hecker
For a little while, m.wund.com was down. That's the site that Jaws uses for the weather research it function. Shane On 2/18/2016 8:46 AM, Dave Carlson wrote: Just noted this on the JFW list. Confirmed true so far. Dave Carlson Oregonian, woodworker, Engineer, Musician, and Pioneer For

Re: [JAWS-Users] Follow up to the Latest Jaws 17 and w-10

2016-01-28 Thread Shane Hecker
In the settings area jaws says buttons are on when they are off and off when they are on. > On Jan 28, 2016, at 6:44 PM, Lenny McHugh wrote: > > Ok, what was the issue? I must have missed a few emails. > > -Original Message- From: jim > Sent: Thursday, January

Re: [JAWS-Users] AMD/Intel

2015-12-18 Thread Shane Hecker
The longest warranty that I'm aware of is 3 years. That goes for both Intel and AMD chips. But to get that you have to buy the retail versions. If you buy the OEM version you get 90 days. When did Intel offer a lifetime warranty? I've been working with computers for a while and never recall

Re: [JAWS-Users] AMD/Intel

2015-12-11 Thread Shane Hecker
The chip you use should not affect Jaws one way or the other. If you are looking for the absolutely fastest chip money can buy, then Intel is what you want. If you are on a budget, AMD will give you the most bang for your buck. As an example, the Intel i7 4790k costs $300 or more, the AMD

Re: [JAWS-Users] After updating to seventeen

2015-12-07 Thread Shane Hecker
It is likely you still have Jaws 16 on your machine. That is unless you uninstalled it after installing Jaws 17. If you did not uninstall the older version and you still wish to do so, go to programs and features in the control panel, find Jaws 16 then right click it and hit uninstall/change.

Re: [JAWS-Users] accessible router

2015-11-20 Thread Shane Hecker
You can certainly connect a router up to your ISP through your dsl box or cable modem. But it is not advisable to leave your router password as "password", "admin" or "abc123". That is unless you want someone to get into it and mess with your settings, not to mention what they can do should

Re: [JAWS-Users] Which jaws 64 file do I want to down load?

2015-10-29 Thread Shane Hecker
I'd go with the first one. That is unless you will never need the Jaws Tandem feature. Shane On 10/29/2015 4:09 PM, Ron Kolesar wrote: I ask the following question because there are two j17 version 64. I so far have graded the top version which is as follows: 1 is JAWS 17.0.1010 64-bit

Re: [JAWS-Users] Which jaws 64 file do I want to down load?

2015-10-29 Thread Shane Hecker
: Shane Hecker Sent: Thursday, October 29, 2015 7:24 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Which jaws 64 file do I want to down load? I'd go with the first one. That is unless you will never need the Jaws Tandem feature. Shane On 10/29/2015 4:09 PM, Ron Kolesar wrote: I

Re: [JAWS-Users] AVG 2016 Versus Microsoft Essentials

2015-10-14 Thread Shane Hecker
If you're running Windows 7, I'd go with AVG. Have whoever installs it make Jaws an exception and hopefully you should be fine. If running Windows 10, you might be fine with it's built-in Windows Defender which is MSE reincarnated. It's supposed to be much improved over its Windows 7 brother.

Re: [JAWS-Users] MSE on Windows 10

2015-10-05 Thread Shane Hecker
Have they improved MSE in Windows 10? Last time I saw it in use on a Windows 7 machine, the computer had viruses and malware crawling all over it, yet MSE said it was fully protected. If they haven't improved it then I'd stay away from MSE and use something else. I personally use AVG Free

Re: [JAWS-Users] AVG killed JAWS

2015-10-01 Thread Shane Hecker
I'm not sure AVG is the one for all the blame in this case. I'd say the VA had no business installing software unless they asked first. I personally have AVG free 2015 on 2 computers, both running Jaws 16.0.4350 and don't have any problems. I'd be curious as to which version of AVG was

Re: [JAWS-Users] accessible router

2015-09-25 Thread Shane Hecker
Have you looked at Netgear? I have the nighthawk r7000. The web interface is accessible, but the apps they want you to install are not. Someone correct me if I'm wrong, but if you don't need parental controls, you don't need the Netgear Jenie app. Shane On 9/25/2015 8:34 PM, Pablo Morales

Re: [JAWS-Users] Amazon.com not working in research it

2015-09-19 Thread Shane Hecker
Try insert+spacebar, then r. Shane On 9/19/2015 12:29 PM, Pinky wrote: Hi, Can you explain to me what exactly what research it in jaws does for you over the regular amazon search? Also can you tell me the jaws hot key for it as my old mind has forgot again. Thanks in advance. Ed

Re: [JAWS-Users] Amazon.com not working in research it

2015-09-17 Thread Shane Hecker
I reported the amazon issue to FS a while back. There is a work around for it. But first, let me explain what causes this, at least what caused the problems for me and how to fix it. When you use the screen reader optimized version of amazon.com, I believe it puts a cookie on your computer. The

Re: [JAWS-Users] amazon research it problem and fix

2015-08-18 Thread Shane Hecker
cookies. Shane On 8/18/2015 7:20 PM, Alan Robbins wrote: Shane, It is the full site and it does not work whether I sign out or stay signed in Al -Original Message- From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Shane Hecker Sent: Monday, August 17, 2015

Re: [JAWS-Users] amazon research it problem and fix

2015-08-18 Thread Shane Hecker
Message- From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Shane Hecker Sent: Monday, August 17, 2015 10:19 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] amazon research it problem and fix I hope it works for you. The way I figured out what

Re: [JAWS-Users] Problem completing a privacy agreement screen on an HR portal commonly used in job applications

2015-08-18 Thread Shane Hecker
This is not specifically related to your problem, but it is similar enough. I feel your pain. The ISP in my area has a site where you can make updates to your account, change payment information, and so on. The problem with the site is that at the bottom of the page where the changes are made,

[JAWS-Users] amazon research it problem and fix

2015-08-17 Thread Shane Hecker
Okay, for those having issues with amazon research it, I found out what the problem is and how to fix it. problem: Go to www.amazon.com/access. Sign in with an amazon account. Then close your browser. When you use the amazon research it function at this point, you will not get results. cause:

Re: [JAWS-Users] amazon research it problem and fix

2015-08-17 Thread Shane Hecker
] On Behalf Of Shane Hecker Sent: Monday, August 17, 2015 8:37 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] amazon research it problem and fix Okay, for those having issues with amazon research it, I found out what the problem is and how to fix it. problem: Go to www.amazon.com/access

Re: [JAWS-Users] Amazon issue using research it

2015-08-11 Thread Shane Hecker
I'm having the same problem, one day it was working, next day it completely quit. All other research-it functions seem to be working. Might want to send an email to supp...@freedomscientific.com. I'm currently talking to them and hopefully will get this fixed. Funny thing is on my desktop

Re: [JAWS-Users] a windows update

2015-07-31 Thread Shane Hecker
It looks like the updates are sorted by most recent, meaning the most recent updates are at the top of the list. If you installed this update recently, it should be near the top of the list. You are doing it right. You may also want to look under all programs as it may be listed there. If you

Re: [JAWS-Users] a windows update

2015-07-31 Thread Shane Hecker
You shouldn't have to do anything special to set it up. Shane On 7/31/2015 11:45 AM, anna vimini wrote: I just downloaded an optional windows update called advanced micro devices incorperated graphic adapter WBDM 1.1, graphic adapter WDBM1.3, graphic adapterWDDm 2.0rating H Z 7660 I know it

Re: [JAWS-Users] a windows update

2015-07-31 Thread Shane Hecker
Have you tried using the Jaws cursor to see what is on the screen? Having a go and a close button doesn't tell me much unless I know what the rest of the box says. If using the Jaws cursor doesn't work, you could try doing an OCR of the screen and see if that reveals something. I'd be hesitant

Re: [JAWS-Users] a windows update

2015-07-31 Thread Shane Hecker
Try doing an OCR on the box (insert+spacebar, then o, then either w or s) and see if that brings up anything. If not you will need sighted assistance. In the meantime, clicking the close button will likely make the box go away. If you feel comfortable doing this, you might try going into

Re: [JAWS-Users] AVG vs. Avira: Which Is More JAWS Friendly?

2015-06-29 Thread Shane Hecker
Avg also likes to prompt to install their tool bar and change the browser home page to their site. Easy enough to decline, but can be annoying at times. Shane On 6/29/2015 11:10 AM, Kevin Lee wrote: AVG is kinda jaws friendly minus the installation process I found. once installed AVG

Re: [JAWS-Users] Windows 10

2015-06-02 Thread Shane Hecker
I haven't received a confirmation either, figure the servers may be busy handling the requests. Not too worried about it. Shane On 6/2/2015 3:57 PM, T. Civitello wrote: I reserved a copy of Windows 10 about 4 hours ago and requested confirmation by E Mail and entered my address but have not

Re: [JAWS-Users] Win 7 system update

2015-05-26 Thread Shane Hecker
You might get something like that if the manufacturer of your pc puts out an update for the bios or the preinstalled software. Otherwise, I've never seen an update from Microsoft that presents that way. If you have it set to automatically update, you likely won't see anything. Otherwise, you

Re: [JAWS-Users] Question on emailing JAWS tech

2015-05-06 Thread Shane Hecker
supp...@freedomscientific.com On 5/6/2015 12:04 PM, Pinky wrote: Does anyone have the email address to email JAWS tech. I want to report an issue when updating JAWS. Ed For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to

Re: [JAWS-Users] processor does not support nx

2015-05-04 Thread Shane Hecker
Check out https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/*NX*_bit. Basically, it helps in preventing exploits by allowing the operating system to tell the computer which parts of memory are executable and which parts are not. Shane On 5/4/2015 8:18 AM, Lenny McHugh wrote: This is what is stopping my computer

Re: [JAWS-Users] AVG Virus protection

2015-03-27 Thread Shane Hecker
. Steve - Original Message - From: Shane Hecker To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Thursday, March 26, 2015 11:30 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] AVG Virus protection It's reasonably accessible. The most accessible virus protection I currently know of that is free is Microsoft Security

Re: [JAWS-Users] AVG Virus protection

2015-03-27 Thread Shane Hecker
If you are referring to Vipre, never used it, so can't provide any information about it. Shane On 3/27/2015 4:18 PM, Holger Fiallo wrote: What about Zipre antivirus? -Original Message- From: Shane Hecker Sent: Friday, March 27, 2015 4:16 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject

Re: [JAWS-Users] AVG Virus protection

2015-03-26 Thread Shane Hecker
It's reasonably accessible. The most accessible virus protection I currently know of that is free is Microsoft Security Essentials. I'd stay away from that program as it misses a lot of threats. Shane On 3/26/2015 7:14 PM, Fred Adams wrote: Is anyone on the list using AVG? If so, what do

[JAWS-Users] accepting credit cards

2015-03-01 Thread Shane Hecker
I'm interested to know what it takes to accept credit cards. I have the Magtek 21040145 SureSwipe reader. I have both a desktop and laptop running Windows 7. I know there are charges for accepting credit cards, anywhere from 1.5 to over 3% plus 15 to 30 cents on top of that, depending on who

[JAWS-Users] flip-flop forms mode

2015-02-28 Thread Shane Hecker
I have a problem when visiting www.lowes.com. Jaws likes to go in and out of forms mode when navigating through the site. In many places, you can't simply go to a link and hit enter. It will only click the link when Jaws goes into forms mode. This is particularly annoying when you find

[JAWS-Users] ocr failed to start

2015-02-25 Thread Shane Hecker
I'm using Windows 7 home premium 64 bit with the latest build of Jaws 16. When I tried to do an OCR on a pdf document that appeared to be empty, it says OCR failed to start. How do you fix that? I had several versions of Freedom Scientific OCR so removed all those plus Freedom Scientific Fine

Re: [JAWS-Users] Warning About Downloading CCleaner From JAWS Users Programs Page

2015-02-16 Thread Shane Hecker
Try insert+space bar, o, then w. You can sometimes get further information by using this technique. If after doing this you see something like a faster way to brows or anything other than what you see using conventional methods, click on it. It will then put you in a web page where you can

Re: [JAWS-Users] Jaws Stuttering

2015-02-14 Thread Shane Hecker
I wonder if a program is hogging resources. Bring up task manager. Go to your system tray and find the clock. Right click or shift f10 then go to start task manager. Then once task manager starts, hit insert+pagedown. It will tell you your CPU usage and how much physical memory is being used

Re: [JAWS-Users] [Bulk] Re: Jaws Stuttering

2015-02-14 Thread Shane Hecker
the page file. Shane On 2/14/2015 5:22 PM, Jim Ronald wrote: Shane, CPU Usage 53% Physical Memory 30% Should I do anything according to these numbers? Jim. -Original Message- From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Shane Hecker Sent: Saturday

Re: [JAWS-Users] Anti-Virus

2014-12-31 Thread Shane Hecker
I like AVG. I've had good success with it but some have had problems, especially with the new interface. Best thing to do is try it and see if it works for you. Latest version is 2015. Although Microsoft Security Essentials is accessible, I'd stay away from it. I can tell you from personal

Re: [JAWS-Users] adding contact from email in outlook 2010

2014-11-25 Thread Shane Hecker
[mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Shane Hecker Sent: Tuesday, November 25, 2014 2:12 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] adding contact from email in outlook 2010 If you get an email and want to add a contact from that email, you are supposed to be able

[JAWS-Users] adding contact from email in outlook 2010

2014-11-24 Thread Shane Hecker
If you get an email and want to add a contact from that email, you are supposed to be able to right click on the contact of interest, then hit add contact. I tried this today and no matter what I did, the add contact item never came up. I got cut, copy, paste, select all, and a couple other

[JAWS-Users] what's new in latest jaws 15

2014-11-11 Thread Shane Hecker
It looks like FS came out with an update to Jaws 15, but I can't find a page on their site that explains what they changed with this latest release. Anyone know what's new? Shane For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/

Re: [JAWS-Users] what's new in latest jaws 15

2014-11-11 Thread Shane Hecker
You are correct but they released an update to Jaws 15 today. I haven't upgraded to 16 as of yet. Shane On 11/11/2014 4:55 PM, Gail the U. S. Male wrote: no, FS came out with Jaws 16 recently. Mr. Gail Crowe, and my guide dog Fred - Original Message - From: Shane Hecker shanehec

[JAWS-Users] status line gone in Thunderbird

2014-07-28 Thread Shane Hecker
I got the 31.0 version of Thunderbird. Now when I hit insert+page-down, it says nothing. In the previous versions, it would tell me how many messages there were, and how many were unread. Any ideas on how to get this back? Shane For answers to frequently asked questions about this list

Re: [JAWS-Users] status line gone in Thunderbird

2014-07-28 Thread Shane Hecker
of the suggested word. Freedom Scientific may fix these issues in their next build. Maybe we can all make such a suggestion. On 7/28/2014 8:47 PM, Shane Hecker wrote: I got the 31.0 version of Thunderbird. Now when I hit insert+page-down, it says nothing. In the previous versions, it would tell me how

Re: [JAWS-Users] which web browser is better.

2014-07-25 Thread Shane Hecker
Out of the ones you listed, I'd go with Mozilla Firefox. Shane On 7/25/2014 7:21 AM, Sachin wrote: Hi Friends, I would like to know which web browser is better. I have many web browsers including Mozilla Firefox, Google chrome, Apple safari, opera torch. some of them are not supported by

Re: [JAWS-Users] NeroJaws

2014-07-22 Thread Shane Hecker
needed/available (if I want the scripts anyway, where can I get them)? - Original Message - From: Shane Hecker shanehec...@gmail.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Tuesday, July 22, 2014 1:52 AM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] NeroJaws The latest version of Nero, in particular Nero Burnin

Re: [JAWS-Users] NeroJaws

2014-07-21 Thread Shane Hecker
The latest version of Nero, in particular Nero Burnin Rom works nicely. Shane On 7/21/2014 11:41 PM, Sachin wrote: Hi all, Can anyone say which version of Nero is more accessible with Jaws? Now I am using Win7J14 For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit:

Re: [JAWS-Users] Which OS is the best Windows7 or 8?

2014-07-19 Thread Shane Hecker
You might be able to get part of an install done with a screen reader, but if you want something that is fool proof, you will want to consider making an unattended installation file. Believe me, when done right, it can save you time and work. If done wrong, it will make you pull your hair out.

Re: [JAWS-Users] Which OS is the best Windows7 or 8?

2014-07-18 Thread Shane Hecker
I personally like Windows 7. If you are getting a new computer, it will likely have Windows 8 on it. If you must use Windows 8, you'd be better off with Windows 8.1. From what I've heard, Microsoft isn't releasing fixes for Windows 8 anymore, they are forcing you to update to 8.1 if you want

Re: [JAWS-Users] best free accessible driver update and registry cleaner for jaws 15

2014-06-30 Thread Shane Hecker
I use CCleaner. It doesn't update drivers but it does a pretty good job of cleaning junk files and fixing the registry. And it is very accessible. Shane On 6/29/2014 9:27 PM, Marvin Hunkin wrote: Hi. Does any one know of any good, free, accessible driver updates, that updates drivers, and

Re: [JAWS-Users] Web Hosting

2014-04-20 Thread Shane Hecker
I used hostgator for my web hosting needs. The site is accessible. When I did the research, out of all the web hosts I looked at, hostgator clearly came out on top. I couldn't find any negative reports about them, but found plenty about other web hosts. Shane On 4/18/2014 10:02 PM, Nicole

Re: [JAWS-Users] what's a good external synthesizer?

2014-04-17 Thread Shane Hecker
I would say the Keynote Gold, but since they don't make that anymore, it won't do you any good. That is unless you can find a used one. I had one for many years but it gave up the ghost a few years back. It used a serial port. You say the Dectalk USB sits there, is it not talking at all? Or

Re: [JAWS-Users] DVD Burner

2014-04-01 Thread Shane Hecker
: Shane Hecker Sent: Monday, March 31, 2014 7:20 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] DVD Burner If you are talking about software, I use Nero 2014. Nero Burnin Rom works nicely. If you're talking about hardware, that doesn't matter too much. The software is the primary

Re: [JAWS-Users] DVD Burner

2014-03-31 Thread Shane Hecker
If you are talking about software, I use Nero 2014. Nero Burnin Rom works nicely. If you're talking about hardware, that doesn't matter too much. The software is the primary concern when it comes to accessibility. Having said that, over all, I've had good experience with Plextor and Liteon dvd

Re: [JAWS-Users] Virtual Ribbon verses Microsoft Ribbons

2014-03-25 Thread Shane Hecker
I wonder if it is because they look good? Seems I heard that from somewhere. People love eye candy. On 3/25/2014 7:35 PM, Maria Campbell wrote: So then, why did MS introduce them? Do the sighted enjoy stumbling around in the semi darkness? Sunny Day Maria Campbell lucky1i...@sbcglobal.net

Re: [JAWS-Users] bios

2014-03-23 Thread Shane Hecker
No, Jaws does not work when you enter the bios. You don't see these much, but there are some utilities put out by some computer and motherboard manufacturers that will let you access the bios through windows. Most are inaccessible, and those that are have very limited accessibility from my

Re: [JAWS-Users] Accessible Domain Registrars

2014-03-19 Thread Shane Hecker
Try www.namecheap.com. On 3/19/2014 1:00 PM, Nicole Valicia Thompson-Andrews wrote: What are some Jaws-compatible domain registrars? Pen name: Mellissa Green Blog www.theworldofyemora.wordpress.com Twitter @GreenNovelsLive --- This email is free from viruses

Re: [JAWS-Users] 7 Zip

2014-03-04 Thread Shane Hecker
The only version I know of is 9.20. Shane On 3/3/2014 6:42 PM, Trish wrote: What is the version for window's 7? 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:

Re: [JAWS-Users] ms word 2010 and pertective view.

2014-01-30 Thread Shane Hecker
Hit alt+f, then go to options. Go under trust center, then hit trust center settings. There will be a listing for protected view under there, along with several check boxes. Uncheck the boxes to turn protected view off. Shane On 1/30/2014 2:16 AM, Mich wrote: Hi all. I am wondering if any

Re: [JAWS-Users] ms word 2010 and pertective view.

2014-01-30 Thread Shane Hecker
turns on or off protected view for documents in potentially unsafe locations. The third turns on or off protected view for attachments in outlook. I'd leave the second box checked. Shane On 1/30/2014 1:01 PM, Tom wrote: uncheck all the boxes? -Original Message- From: Shane Hecker

[JAWS-Users] authorization numbers

2014-01-20 Thread Shane Hecker
Is there a way to find out your authorization number if you've lost the authorization cd? Thanks for any info. Shane For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/

[JAWS-Users] authorization number problem solved

2014-01-20 Thread Shane Hecker
I sent a message earlier asking about how to find the authorization number if the authorization cd was lost. I found the solution, so there's no need to respond to my previous message. Thanks. Shane For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit:

Re: [JAWS-Users] cursors

2013-12-22 Thread Shane Hecker
I'll keep this short. The virtual pc cursor is used in html and pdf documents and acts like the pc cursor. The jaws cursor? Think of that as your mouse. You can navigate to items that the virtual pc cursor can't get to and click things with it. Hope this is helpful. Shane On 12/21/2013 9:56

Re: [JAWS-Users] IE 11

2013-12-05 Thread Shane Hecker
. : : - Original Message - : From: Shane Hecker shanehec...@gmail.com : To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com : Sent: Wednesday, December 04, 2013 7:54 PM : Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] IE 11 : : : IE 11 works fine for me. If you use autocomplete and want to hear the : selection in the address bar, you

Re: [JAWS-Users] IE 11

2013-12-04 Thread Shane Hecker
IE 11 works fine for me. If you use autocomplete and want to hear the selection in the address bar, you might have to shift tab, then tab back to it before you start entering the address. Also, for me, every now and then I'll be reading a page, then jaws starts saying blank no matter what you

Re: [JAWS-Users] Questions about upgrading to IE11

2013-11-13 Thread Shane Hecker
I did the upgrade yesterday, no problems. Running Windows 7 64 bit with Jaws 13. I didn't notice a huge increase in speed between ie10 and ie11. The biggest difference was between ie9 and ie10. That said I do think ie11 works a bit faster. Shane On 11/13/2013 8:51 AM, Greg Washington wrote:

Re: [JAWS-Users] tablets

2013-11-09 Thread Shane Hecker
That is a negative. Android and Windows are 2 totally different operating systems. Jaws only works with Windows. Now it would be interesting if FS came out with a Jaws for Android. On 11/10/2013 12:40 AM, Kathy Pingstock wrote: Does jaws 15 work with android tablets? Kathy For answers

Re: [JAWS-Users] ii heard that it is ok to completely remove the battery

2013-11-04 Thread Shane Hecker
It will run that way, but if you have a power failure, better hope what you were just working on was saved recently as the computer will shut down without a battery. I use mine on ac power all the time. Shane On 11/3/2013 6:29 PM, adrian wrote: i heard that it isok to reremove the batery and

Re: [JAWS-Users] is it normal for a lab tops batery to go after one year

2013-11-03 Thread Shane Hecker
Newer batteries are supposed to last from 2 to 5 years. Sometimes they last longer, especially if you take good care of them. Shane On 11/3/2013 9:30 AM, adrian wrote: is it normal for a lab tops batery to go after one year of having the lab top? ```Sent from my iPad For answers to

Re: [JAWS-Users] defragler

2013-11-01 Thread Shane Hecker
. -Original Message- From: Shane Hecker Sent: Thursday, October 31, 2013 7:24 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] defragler I can't answer your question about creating a support account. However, here's something you might try. Turn on the boot time defrag

Re: [JAWS-Users] defragler

2013-10-31 Thread Shane Hecker
I can't answer your question about creating a support account. However, here's something you might try. Turn on the boot time defrag if it is not already. This can be found under the settings menu under boot time defrag. I have mine set to run every time, which means it will run every time the

Re: [JAWS-Users] How well is MSE working for you?

2013-09-06 Thread Shane Hecker
I have tried Avg and Avast. Don't like either of them so went to MSE. It works fine. Be aware if you tell it to do a full scan it may take a while. It takes considerably longer than Avg or Avast, but the quick scan is pretty good. I also use Malware Bytes Antimalware. You do have to use the

Re: [JAWS-Users] Wireless Adapter Problems Again

2013-08-07 Thread Shane Hecker
Updating the drivers shouldn't mess with Jaws. Only time it would is if you are updating the display drivers. Otherwise, it should be fine. Shane On 8/7/2013 10:41 AM, Patricia Zoellers wrote: Looks like the issue for unchecking the item in the power properties isn't the problem, since it

Re: [JAWS-Users] Wireless Adapter

2013-08-05 Thread Shane Hecker
: Shane Hecker shanehec...@gmail.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Tuesday, July 30, 2013 12:40 AM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Wireless Adapter I wonder if your laptop is trying to conserve battery power by turning off the wireless adapter after it's been idle for a while. Might look

Re: [JAWS-Users] What is a good laptop to buy

2013-08-02 Thread Shane Hecker
I've always heard Dell is a good bet. There is also a couple Acers that are supposed to be good. The Acer consumer search likes is over $1000, but you can get a Dell for around $450 or so. It all depends on what you want to use the laptop for. On 8/2/2013 11:04 PM, john melia wrote: I have a

Re: [JAWS-Users] Wireless Adapter

2013-07-30 Thread Shane Hecker
: Shane Hecker shanehec...@gmail.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Tuesday, July 30, 2013 12:40 AM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Wireless Adapter I wonder if your laptop is trying to conserve battery power by turning off the wireless adapter after it's been idle for a while. Might look under

Re: [JAWS-Users] free antibirus software

2013-07-30 Thread Shane Hecker
I've tried Avg, Avast, and MSE. I'd go with MSE. I had AVG on the computer for a while and it caused my system to run extremely slow, especially when going through emails. To this day, I can't figure out why. All I do know is that as soon as I made the switch, the computer became much more

Re: [JAWS-Users] Wireless Adapter

2013-07-29 Thread Shane Hecker
I wonder if your laptop is trying to conserve battery power by turning off the wireless adapter after it's been idle for a while. Might look under device manager, find your wireless adapter, bring up the context menu, go to properties. Under one of those tabs should be something similar to

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