Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer
Hi Kim: I'm just curious! Which laptop brand and model did you get. Thanks! Wayne - Original Message - From: Kimberly Thurman kimberlythur...@insightbb.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Friday, February 17, 2012 12:28 AM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Well, I got the new computer. It's an I7 processor with 8 gigs of ram, which were the two things I was going for. It's a laptop. I decided I wanted to be able to take it with me if I needed to. So far, so good. It seems to be a rockin little machine. It's a 14 inch model, very light and thin with pretty long battery life. I've installed Jaws 13 and Microsoft 2010 so far. This is my first email on it. Thanks for everyone's help. I may have more questions in the future. Thanks again, Kim -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Hamit Campos Sent: Thursday, February 16, 2012 6:34 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer There's something else about a desktop that makes it a still cool option, they're expandible. Laptops are kind of I guess, but you can't swop things in and out when ever you feel the need like on a desk top. Again, not bashing lap tops, after all, I just love the Dell XPS17, just making you aware of all things is all. -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of John R Vaughn Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 9:47 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Kim, I just purchased a new laptop as I want something portable so I can travel with the computer. This time, I went more top end and bought 8 gigs of memory, an Intel I 5 2430 processor (quad processor with turbo boost) and a 7200 rpm hard drive. I am using office 2010 and windows 7 home premium. I wanted something that would not get bogged down when working with Word(a memory hog) and outlook and the internet. I can have numerous documents, web pages and excel all opened and no slowdown. I am a 22 year user of jaws and have never had a computer like this and after two months, have not locked it up. I agree with the one suggestion that you consider whether you need the ability to travel with the computer and if not, the desk top might be fine as they are usually cheaper for the same capability as a laptop. That said, I have another 15 inch laptop that I have 4 USB ports on and I plug a keyboard into the computer alone with a scanner and remote hard drive and printer so that it works like a desktop but I could pick it up and travel with it. This laptop however weighs 6 pounds versus 3 pounds for my newest laptop with a 13 inch screen. Good luck and have fun getting the right computer. If you take second best, you will not enjoy the experience. And I am the voice of experience talking about that aspect of the issue. John -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kimberly thurman Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 4:10 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Hi everyone: I'm starting a new medical transcription job and finding myself in need of a new computer. I will be running a transcription platform, which handles downloading and playing of audio plus the word processing part of transcription of that same audio. The minimum requirements are for a core 2 duo processor with 3 gigs of ram 32 bit, or 4 gigs with 64 bit. I realize running jaws ups these requirements somewhat if I don't want to have lags and sluggishness. Can I get any suggestions for just how much processor speed and ram I should spring for? Should I just go all out and get as much power and memory as I can afford? Is anybody using JAWS with a solid state drive, and what's the performance there like? Any configurations I should avoid? Should I go desktop or laptop? I have JAWS 13 and will be using the Windows 7 home version. Thanks in advance and thanks for having me on the list. Kim 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: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer
Hi John: What brand and model of laptop did you get, how is it working with JAWS? Thanks! Wayne - Original Message - From: John R Vaughn jrvaugh...@comcast.net To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 8:46 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Kim, I just purchased a new laptop as I want something portable so I can travel with the computer. This time, I went more top end and bought 8 gigs of memory, an Intel I 5 2430 processor (quad processor with turbo boost) and a 7200 rpm hard drive. I am using office 2010 and windows 7 home premium. I wanted something that would not get bogged down when working with Word(a memory hog) and outlook and the internet. I can have numerous documents, web pages and excel all opened and no slowdown. I am a 22 year user of jaws and have never had a computer like this and after two months, have not locked it up. I agree with the one suggestion that you consider whether you need the ability to travel with the computer and if not, the desk top might be fine as they are usually cheaper for the same capability as a laptop. That said, I have another 15 inch laptop that I have 4 USB ports on and I plug a keyboard into the computer alone with a scanner and remote hard drive and printer so that it works like a desktop but I could pick it up and travel with it. This laptop however weighs 6 pounds versus 3 pounds for my newest laptop with a 13 inch screen. Good luck and have fun getting the right computer. If you take second best, you will not enjoy the experience. And I am the voice of experience talking about that aspect of the issue. John -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kimberly thurman Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 4:10 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Hi everyone: I'm starting a new medical transcription job and finding myself in need of a new computer. I will be running a transcription platform, which handles downloading and playing of audio plus the word processing part of transcription of that same audio. The minimum requirements are for a core 2 duo processor with 3 gigs of ram 32 bit, or 4 gigs with 64 bit. I realize running jaws ups these requirements somewhat if I don't want to have lags and sluggishness. Can I get any suggestions for just how much processor speed and ram I should spring for? Should I just go all out and get as much power and memory as I can afford? Is anybody using JAWS with a solid state drive, and what's the performance there like? Any configurations I should avoid? Should I go desktop or laptop? I have JAWS 13 and will be using the Windows 7 home version. Thanks in advance and thanks for having me on the list. Kim 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: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer
I agree with Steve, I never go over half the normal in video card memory and have never had troubles with jaws, and the one time I got a top of the line Vcard due to it being included in a package it didn't prove any more responsive than my old and game wise, under videoed base unit inthane . Moderator, Blind Access Help. . Owner: Alacorn Computer Enterprises own the might and majesty of an alacorn www.alacorncomputer.com . proprietor: Inthane's Grab Bag for blind computer users and Programmers! http://grabbag.alacorncomputer.com - Original Message - From: Steve k...@sbcglobal.net To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Thursday, February 16, 2012 2:23 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Tim, Respectfully, I think funds are better spent in other areas. I have done computer tech work for years, run Jaws on lots of different configurations, and except for certain video conflicts back several years ago, I really don't see any performance differences with high-end video cards vs. shared video on the motherboard, as long as there is enough system memory to share. I guess the only way I'd change my opinion is to see a comparison of the same OS where a high-end video card could do certain things that couldn't be done with shared graphics, all other things being equal. So, I don't really see the point of spending an extra $150 on a high-end video card just for Jaws. Steve - Original Message - From: tim z200...@gmail.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Thursday, February 16, 2012 3:49 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer The better the graphics the more jaws can see. I built computers just for speech thinking it had to be for text. However, the op is very graphical. So the more you make it run better the better your jaws will like it. At 01:33 PM 2/16/2012, you wrote: Jeez, people don't even think before they write. What good is power graphics going to do? She's not a gamer, and a better graphics card will make no difference in transcription. As far as my 2 cents: Go for a fast processor, it doesn't have to be a quad-core but it should be dual-core. The processing and front-side bus speed should be fast, and get as much memory as you can, 4GB preferrably 8GB although you really don't need more than that. If you go above 4GB, you will by definition be getting a 64-bit system. Frankly, I would opt for a desktop because of the additional ports and possibility to expand it easier. One thought: I don't know what hardware the transcription service might supply, but you probably want to get an extra soundcard so you can keep the transcription on your headset and Jaws in another channel. - Original Message - From: Hamit Campos hamitcam...@gmail.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 7:49 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer If it were me, I'd go all out power graffics memory the whole lot. As for laptop Vs. desktop, well is this a new home unit, or is it for on the go? What are going to do with it? That's what you must think about before deciding that. -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kimberly thurman Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 4:10 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Hi everyone: I'm starting a new medical transcription job and finding myself in need of a new computer. I will be running a transcription platform, which handles downloading and playing of audio plus the word processing part of transcription of that same audio. The minimum requirements are for a core 2 duo processor with 3 gigs of ram 32 bit, or 4 gigs with 64 bit. I realize running jaws ups these requirements somewhat if I don't want to have lags and sluggishness. Can I get any suggestions for just how much processor speed and ram I should spring for? Should I just go all out and get as much power and memory as I can afford? Is anybody using JAWS with a solid state drive, and what's the performance there like? Any configurations I should avoid? Should I go desktop or laptop? I have JAWS 13 and will be using the Windows 7 home version. Thanks in advance and thanks for having me on the list. Kim 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
Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer
Loads of great luck with your new best friend the lap top 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 Side www.thruoureyes.org/brightside.html jdege...@comcast.net -Original Message- From: Kimberly Thurman Sent: Friday, February 17, 2012 1:28 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Well, I got the new computer. It's an I7 processor with 8 gigs of ram, which were the two things I was going for. It's a laptop. I decided I wanted to be able to take it with me if I needed to. So far, so good. It seems to be a rockin little machine. It's a 14 inch model, very light and thin with pretty long battery life. I've installed Jaws 13 and Microsoft 2010 so far. This is my first email on it. Thanks for everyone's help. I may have more questions in the future. Thanks again, Kim -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Hamit Campos Sent: Thursday, February 16, 2012 6:34 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer There's something else about a desktop that makes it a still cool option, they're expandible. Laptops are kind of I guess, but you can't swop things in and out when ever you feel the need like on a desk top. Again, not bashing lap tops, after all, I just love the Dell XPS17, just making you aware of all things is all. -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of John R Vaughn Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 9:47 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Kim, I just purchased a new laptop as I want something portable so I can travel with the computer. This time, I went more top end and bought 8 gigs of memory, an Intel I 5 2430 processor (quad processor with turbo boost) and a 7200 rpm hard drive. I am using office 2010 and windows 7 home premium. I wanted something that would not get bogged down when working with Word(a memory hog) and outlook and the internet. I can have numerous documents, web pages and excel all opened and no slowdown. I am a 22 year user of jaws and have never had a computer like this and after two months, have not locked it up. I agree with the one suggestion that you consider whether you need the ability to travel with the computer and if not, the desk top might be fine as they are usually cheaper for the same capability as a laptop. That said, I have another 15 inch laptop that I have 4 USB ports on and I plug a keyboard into the computer alone with a scanner and remote hard drive and printer so that it works like a desktop but I could pick it up and travel with it. This laptop however weighs 6 pounds versus 3 pounds for my newest laptop with a 13 inch screen. Good luck and have fun getting the right computer. If you take second best, you will not enjoy the experience. And I am the voice of experience talking about that aspect of the issue. John -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kimberly thurman Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 4:10 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Hi everyone: I'm starting a new medical transcription job and finding myself in need of a new computer. I will be running a transcription platform, which handles downloading and playing of audio plus the word processing part of transcription of that same audio. The minimum requirements are for a core 2 duo processor with 3 gigs of ram 32 bit, or 4 gigs with 64 bit. I realize running jaws ups these requirements somewhat if I don't want to have lags and sluggishness. Can I get any suggestions for just how much processor speed and ram I should spring for? Should I just go all out and get as much power and memory as I can afford? Is anybody using JAWS with a solid state drive, and what's the performance there like? Any configurations I should avoid? Should I go desktop or laptop? I have JAWS 13 and will be using the Windows 7 home version. Thanks in advance and thanks for having me on the list. Kim 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
Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer
congratulations! I love my I7. Jaws 13 runs very well on it. -Original Message- From: Kimberly Thurman Sent: Friday, February 17, 2012 1:28 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Well, I got the new computer. It's an I7 processor with 8 gigs of ram, which were the two things I was going for. It's a laptop. I decided I wanted to be able to take it with me if I needed to. So far, so good. It seems to be a rockin little machine. It's a 14 inch model, very light and thin with pretty long battery life. I've installed Jaws 13 and Microsoft 2010 so far. This is my first email on it. Thanks for everyone's help. I may have more questions in the future. Thanks again, Kim -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Hamit Campos Sent: Thursday, February 16, 2012 6:34 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer There's something else about a desktop that makes it a still cool option, they're expandible. Laptops are kind of I guess, but you can't swop things in and out when ever you feel the need like on a desk top. Again, not bashing lap tops, after all, I just love the Dell XPS17, just making you aware of all things is all. -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of John R Vaughn Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 9:47 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Kim, I just purchased a new laptop as I want something portable so I can travel with the computer. This time, I went more top end and bought 8 gigs of memory, an Intel I 5 2430 processor (quad processor with turbo boost) and a 7200 rpm hard drive. I am using office 2010 and windows 7 home premium. I wanted something that would not get bogged down when working with Word(a memory hog) and outlook and the internet. I can have numerous documents, web pages and excel all opened and no slowdown. I am a 22 year user of jaws and have never had a computer like this and after two months, have not locked it up. I agree with the one suggestion that you consider whether you need the ability to travel with the computer and if not, the desk top might be fine as they are usually cheaper for the same capability as a laptop. That said, I have another 15 inch laptop that I have 4 USB ports on and I plug a keyboard into the computer alone with a scanner and remote hard drive and printer so that it works like a desktop but I could pick it up and travel with it. This laptop however weighs 6 pounds versus 3 pounds for my newest laptop with a 13 inch screen. Good luck and have fun getting the right computer. If you take second best, you will not enjoy the experience. And I am the voice of experience talking about that aspect of the issue. John -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kimberly thurman Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 4:10 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Hi everyone: I'm starting a new medical transcription job and finding myself in need of a new computer. I will be running a transcription platform, which handles downloading and playing of audio plus the word processing part of transcription of that same audio. The minimum requirements are for a core 2 duo processor with 3 gigs of ram 32 bit, or 4 gigs with 64 bit. I realize running jaws ups these requirements somewhat if I don't want to have lags and sluggishness. Can I get any suggestions for just how much processor speed and ram I should spring for? Should I just go all out and get as much power and memory as I can afford? Is anybody using JAWS with a solid state drive, and what's the performance there like? Any configurations I should avoid? Should I go desktop or laptop? I have JAWS 13 and will be using the Windows 7 home version. Thanks in advance and thanks for having me on the list. Kim 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: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer
The better the graphics show the more jaws does see them. You can demo this on your own with what ever card you have. Just change your resolution from 1024 by 780 down to the lowest it will go and highest and see what you find. Jaws states 1024 by 780, but with good cards you can get even better. At 08:24 PM 2/16/2012, you wrote: Tim, to clarify: are you saying that some programs are accessible to JAWS, i.e., speak better, using a high-end graphics card, or that you, as a person with some vision, can read them? You use the word see here so I want to know what you are saying. Does JAWS have some functionality on the high-end system that it lacks on the other one assuming no vision? Dean -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of tim Sent: Thursday, February 16, 2012 5:18 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Ok, you want a difference. How about the flash up dater. Just about everybody on this list has problems seeing that window with jaws. I would also bet that most have the standard min in graphics that was offered with computer. Well I see that window and no problem on the update. Also got 2 xp pro boxes with the same except one has cheap ATI and the other has GForce gamer card. The high end box sees my local weather ap. Only on a 64bit op with 4gig or better ram. Would I say it might not matter with on board graphics. But with prices now it really ain't that much. You don't get into real money cards until you run dual video cards. At 05:23 PM 2/16/2012, you wrote: Tim, Respectfully, I think funds are better spent in other areas. I have done computer tech work for years, run Jaws on lots of different configurations, and except for certain video conflicts back several years ago, I really don't see any performance differences with high-end video cards vs. shared video on the motherboard, as long as there is enough system memory to share. I guess the only way I'd change my opinion is to see a comparison of the same OS where a high-end video card could do certain things that couldn't be done with shared graphics, all other things being equal. So, I don't really see the point of spending an extra $150 on a high-end video card just for Jaws. Steve - Original Message - From: tim z200...@gmail.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Thursday, February 16, 2012 3:49 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer The better the graphics the more jaws can see. I built computers just for speech thinking it had to be for text. However, the op is very graphical. So the more you make it run better the better your jaws will like it. At 01:33 PM 2/16/2012, you wrote: Jeez, people don't even think before they write. What good is power graphics going to do? She's not a gamer, and a better graphics card will make no difference in transcription. As far as my 2 cents: Go for a fast processor, it doesn't have to be a quad-core but it should be dual-core. The processing and front-side bus speed should be fast, and get as much memory as you can, 4GB preferrably 8GB although you really don't need more than that. If you go above 4GB, you will by definition be getting a 64-bit system. Frankly, I would opt for a desktop because of the additional ports and possibility to expand it easier. One thought: I don't know what hardware the transcription service might supply, but you probably want to get an extra soundcard so you can keep the transcription on your headset and Jaws in another channel. - Original Message - From: Hamit Campos hamitcam...@gmail.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 7:49 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer If it were me, I'd go all out power graffics memory the whole lot. As for laptop Vs. desktop, well is this a new home unit, or is it for on the go? What are going to do with it? That's what you must think about before deciding that. -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kimberly thurman Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 4:10 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Hi everyone: I'm starting a new medical transcription job and finding myself in need of a new computer. I will be running a transcription platform, which handles downloading and playing of audio plus the word processing part of transcription of that same audio. The minimum requirements are for a core 2 duo processor with 3 gigs of ram 32 bit, or 4 gigs with 64 bit. I realize running jaws ups these requirements somewhat if I don't want to have lags and sluggishness. Can I get any suggestions for just how much processor speed and ram I should spring for? Should I just go all out and get as much power and memory
Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer
Not to beat a dead horse into the ground or anything, I mean Dave did say this has perhaps gone a little too long. But howcome no one mentions this if it is so? -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of tim Sent: Friday, February 17, 2012 8:23 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer The better the graphics show the more jaws does see them. You can demo this on your own with what ever card you have. Just change your resolution from 1024 by 780 down to the lowest it will go and highest and see what you find. Jaws states 1024 by 780, but with good cards you can get even better. At 08:24 PM 2/16/2012, you wrote: Tim, to clarify: are you saying that some programs are accessible to JAWS, i.e., speak better, using a high-end graphics card, or that you, as a person with some vision, can read them? You use the word see here so I want to know what you are saying. Does JAWS have some functionality on the high-end system that it lacks on the other one assuming no vision? Dean -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of tim Sent: Thursday, February 16, 2012 5:18 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Ok, you want a difference. How about the flash up dater. Just about everybody on this list has problems seeing that window with jaws. I would also bet that most have the standard min in graphics that was offered with computer. Well I see that window and no problem on the update. Also got 2 xp pro boxes with the same except one has cheap ATI and the other has GForce gamer card. The high end box sees my local weather ap. Only on a 64bit op with 4gig or better ram. Would I say it might not matter with on board graphics. But with prices now it really ain't that much. You don't get into real money cards until you run dual video cards. At 05:23 PM 2/16/2012, you wrote: Tim, Respectfully, I think funds are better spent in other areas. I have done computer tech work for years, run Jaws on lots of different configurations, and except for certain video conflicts back several years ago, I really don't see any performance differences with high-end video cards vs. shared video on the motherboard, as long as there is enough system memory to share. I guess the only way I'd change my opinion is to see a comparison of the same OS where a high-end video card could do certain things that couldn't be done with shared graphics, all other things being equal. So, I don't really see the point of spending an extra $150 on a high-end video card just for Jaws. Steve - Original Message - From: tim z200...@gmail.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Thursday, February 16, 2012 3:49 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer The better the graphics the more jaws can see. I built computers just for speech thinking it had to be for text. However, the op is very graphical. So the more you make it run better the better your jaws will like it. At 01:33 PM 2/16/2012, you wrote: Jeez, people don't even think before they write. What good is power graphics going to do? She's not a gamer, and a better graphics card will make no difference in transcription. As far as my 2 cents: Go for a fast processor, it doesn't have to be a quad-core but it should be dual-core. The processing and front-side bus speed should be fast, and get as much memory as you can, 4GB preferrably 8GB although you really don't need more than that. If you go above 4GB, you will by definition be getting a 64-bit system. Frankly, I would opt for a desktop because of the additional ports and possibility to expand it easier. One thought: I don't know what hardware the transcription service might supply, but you probably want to get an extra soundcard so you can keep the transcription on your headset and Jaws in another channel. - Original Message - From: Hamit Campos hamitcam...@gmail.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 7:49 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer If it were me, I'd go all out power graffics memory the whole lot. As for laptop Vs. desktop, well is this a new home unit, or is it for on the go? What are going to do with it? That's what you must think about before deciding that. -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kimberly thurman Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 4:10 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Hi everyone: I'm starting a new medical transcription job and finding myself in need
Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer
You're welcome. Glad I could help. -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kimberly Thurman Sent: Friday, February 17, 2012 1:28 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Well, I got the new computer. It's an I7 processor with 8 gigs of ram, which were the two things I was going for. It's a laptop. I decided I wanted to be able to take it with me if I needed to. So far, so good. It seems to be a rockin little machine. It's a 14 inch model, very light and thin with pretty long battery life. I've installed Jaws 13 and Microsoft 2010 so far. This is my first email on it. Thanks for everyone's help. I may have more questions in the future. Thanks again, Kim -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Hamit Campos Sent: Thursday, February 16, 2012 6:34 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer There's something else about a desktop that makes it a still cool option, they're expandible. Laptops are kind of I guess, but you can't swop things in and out when ever you feel the need like on a desk top. Again, not bashing lap tops, after all, I just love the Dell XPS17, just making you aware of all things is all. -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of John R Vaughn Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 9:47 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Kim, I just purchased a new laptop as I want something portable so I can travel with the computer. This time, I went more top end and bought 8 gigs of memory, an Intel I 5 2430 processor (quad processor with turbo boost) and a 7200 rpm hard drive. I am using office 2010 and windows 7 home premium. I wanted something that would not get bogged down when working with Word(a memory hog) and outlook and the internet. I can have numerous documents, web pages and excel all opened and no slowdown. I am a 22 year user of jaws and have never had a computer like this and after two months, have not locked it up. I agree with the one suggestion that you consider whether you need the ability to travel with the computer and if not, the desk top might be fine as they are usually cheaper for the same capability as a laptop. That said, I have another 15 inch laptop that I have 4 USB ports on and I plug a keyboard into the computer alone with a scanner and remote hard drive and printer so that it works like a desktop but I could pick it up and travel with it. This laptop however weighs 6 pounds versus 3 pounds for my newest laptop with a 13 inch screen. Good luck and have fun getting the right computer. If you take second best, you will not enjoy the experience. And I am the voice of experience talking about that aspect of the issue. John -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kimberly thurman Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 4:10 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Hi everyone: I'm starting a new medical transcription job and finding myself in need of a new computer. I will be running a transcription platform, which handles downloading and playing of audio plus the word processing part of transcription of that same audio. The minimum requirements are for a core 2 duo processor with 3 gigs of ram 32 bit, or 4 gigs with 64 bit. I realize running jaws ups these requirements somewhat if I don't want to have lags and sluggishness. Can I get any suggestions for just how much processor speed and ram I should spring for? Should I just go all out and get as much power and memory as I can afford? Is anybody using JAWS with a solid state drive, and what's the performance there like? Any configurations I should avoid? Should I go desktop or laptop? I have JAWS 13 and will be using the Windows 7 home version. Thanks in advance and thanks for having me on the list. Kim 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/
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Ok, I am running XP Home and have run the flash updater, though I had to use mouse emulation. I have a Intel G33/31 Express onboard graphics. Next time I run across something that's not accessible, I'll try throwing in an upgraded NVidia video card I have here and see if it makes any difference. - Original Message - From: tim z200...@gmail.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Thursday, February 16, 2012 8:18 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Ok, you want a difference. How about the flash up dater. Just about everybody on this list has problems seeing that window with jaws. I would also bet that most have the standard min in graphics that was offered with computer. Well I see that window and no problem on the update. Also got 2 xp pro boxes with the same except one has cheap ATI and the other has GForce gamer card. The high end box sees my local weather ap. Only on a 64bit op with 4gig or better ram. Would I say it might not matter with on board graphics. But with prices now it really ain't that much. You don't get into real money cards until you run dual video cards. At 05:23 PM 2/16/2012, you wrote: Tim, Respectfully, I think funds are better spent in other areas. I have done computer tech work for years, run Jaws on lots of different configurations, and except for certain video conflicts back several years ago, I really don't see any performance differences with high-end video cards vs. shared video on the motherboard, as long as there is enough system memory to share. I guess the only way I'd change my opinion is to see a comparison of the same OS where a high-end video card could do certain things that couldn't be done with shared graphics, all other things being equal. So, I don't really see the point of spending an extra $150 on a high-end video card just for Jaws. Steve - Original Message - From: tim z200...@gmail.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Thursday, February 16, 2012 3:49 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer The better the graphics the more jaws can see. I built computers just for speech thinking it had to be for text. However, the op is very graphical. So the more you make it run better the better your jaws will like it. At 01:33 PM 2/16/2012, you wrote: Jeez, people don't even think before they write. What good is power graphics going to do? She's not a gamer, and a better graphics card will make no difference in transcription. As far as my 2 cents: Go for a fast processor, it doesn't have to be a quad-core but it should be dual-core. The processing and front-side bus speed should be fast, and get as much memory as you can, 4GB preferrably 8GB although you really don't need more than that. If you go above 4GB, you will by definition be getting a 64-bit system. Frankly, I would opt for a desktop because of the additional ports and possibility to expand it easier. One thought: I don't know what hardware the transcription service might supply, but you probably want to get an extra soundcard so you can keep the transcription on your headset and Jaws in another channel. - Original Message - From: Hamit Campos hamitcam...@gmail.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 7:49 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer If it were me, I'd go all out power graffics memory the whole lot. As for laptop Vs. desktop, well is this a new home unit, or is it for on the go? What are going to do with it? That's what you must think about before deciding that. -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kimberly thurman Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 4:10 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Hi everyone: I'm starting a new medical transcription job and finding myself in need of a new computer. I will be running a transcription platform, which handles downloading and playing of audio plus the word processing part of transcription of that same audio. The minimum requirements are for a core 2 duo processor with 3 gigs of ram 32 bit, or 4 gigs with 64 bit. I realize running jaws ups these requirements somewhat if I don't want to have lags and sluggishness. Can I get any suggestions for just how much processor speed and ram I should spring for? Should I just go all out and get as much power and memory as I can afford? Is anybody using JAWS with a solid state drive, and what's the performance there like? Any configurations I should avoid? Should I go desktop or laptop? I have JAWS 13 and will be using the Windows 7 home version. Thanks in advance and thanks for having me on the list. Kim For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked
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I think the only thing that could have made it faster would have been a SSD, but I really did not want to spend the money. The next step would have been one of the new ultrabooks they have now. I nearly took the plunge, but decided I wasn't ready to give up the built in DVD drive although I know they are becoming obsolete. -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Merv Keck Sent: Friday, February 17, 2012 4:55 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer congratulations! I love my I7. Jaws 13 runs very well on it. -Original Message- From: Kimberly Thurman Sent: Friday, February 17, 2012 1:28 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Well, I got the new computer. It's an I7 processor with 8 gigs of ram, which were the two things I was going for. It's a laptop. I decided I wanted to be able to take it with me if I needed to. So far, so good. It seems to be a rockin little machine. It's a 14 inch model, very light and thin with pretty long battery life. I've installed Jaws 13 and Microsoft 2010 so far. This is my first email on it. Thanks for everyone's help. I may have more questions in the future. Thanks again, Kim -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Hamit Campos Sent: Thursday, February 16, 2012 6:34 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer There's something else about a desktop that makes it a still cool option, they're expandible. Laptops are kind of I guess, but you can't swop things in and out when ever you feel the need like on a desk top. Again, not bashing lap tops, after all, I just love the Dell XPS17, just making you aware of all things is all. -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of John R Vaughn Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 9:47 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Kim, I just purchased a new laptop as I want something portable so I can travel with the computer. This time, I went more top end and bought 8 gigs of memory, an Intel I 5 2430 processor (quad processor with turbo boost) and a 7200 rpm hard drive. I am using office 2010 and windows 7 home premium. I wanted something that would not get bogged down when working with Word(a memory hog) and outlook and the internet. I can have numerous documents, web pages and excel all opened and no slowdown. I am a 22 year user of jaws and have never had a computer like this and after two months, have not locked it up. I agree with the one suggestion that you consider whether you need the ability to travel with the computer and if not, the desk top might be fine as they are usually cheaper for the same capability as a laptop. That said, I have another 15 inch laptop that I have 4 USB ports on and I plug a keyboard into the computer alone with a scanner and remote hard drive and printer so that it works like a desktop but I could pick it up and travel with it. This laptop however weighs 6 pounds versus 3 pounds for my newest laptop with a 13 inch screen. Good luck and have fun getting the right computer. If you take second best, you will not enjoy the experience. And I am the voice of experience talking about that aspect of the issue. John -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kimberly thurman Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 4:10 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Hi everyone: I'm starting a new medical transcription job and finding myself in need of a new computer. I will be running a transcription platform, which handles downloading and playing of audio plus the word processing part of transcription of that same audio. The minimum requirements are for a core 2 duo processor with 3 gigs of ram 32 bit, or 4 gigs with 64 bit. I realize running jaws ups these requirements somewhat if I don't want to have lags and sluggishness. Can I get any suggestions for just how much processor speed and ram I should spring for? Should I just go all out and get as much power and memory as I can afford? Is anybody using JAWS with a solid state drive, and what's the performance there like? Any configurations I should avoid? Should I go desktop or laptop? I have JAWS 13 and will be using the Windows 7 home version. Thanks in advance and thanks for having me on the list. Kim 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
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I am a medical transcriptionist and would go for the laptop. You can always use a regular keyboard with it at home. It's nice to have the freedom to take your work on the road if you want to do that. Good luck. Lois -Original Message- From: Hamit Campos Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 7:49 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer If it were me, I'd go all out power graffics memory the whole lot. As for laptop Vs. desktop, well is this a new home unit, or is it for on the go? What are going to do with it? That's what you must think about before deciding that. -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kimberly thurman Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 4:10 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Hi everyone: I'm starting a new medical transcription job and finding myself in need of a new computer. I will be running a transcription platform, which handles downloading and playing of audio plus the word processing part of transcription of that same audio. The minimum requirements are for a core 2 duo processor with 3 gigs of ram 32 bit, or 4 gigs with 64 bit. I realize running jaws ups these requirements somewhat if I don't want to have lags and sluggishness. Can I get any suggestions for just how much processor speed and ram I should spring for? Should I just go all out and get as much power and memory as I can afford? Is anybody using JAWS with a solid state drive, and what's the performance there like? Any configurations I should avoid? Should I go desktop or laptop? I have JAWS 13 and will be using the Windows 7 home version. Thanks in advance and thanks for having me on the list. Kim 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: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer
There's something else about a desktop that makes it a still cool option, they're expandible. Laptops are kind of I guess, but you can't swop things in and out when ever you feel the need like on a desk top. Again, not bashing lap tops, after all, I just love the Dell XPS17, just making you aware of all things is all. -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of John R Vaughn Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 9:47 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Kim, I just purchased a new laptop as I want something portable so I can travel with the computer. This time, I went more top end and bought 8 gigs of memory, an Intel I 5 2430 processor (quad processor with turbo boost) and a 7200 rpm hard drive. I am using office 2010 and windows 7 home premium. I wanted something that would not get bogged down when working with Word(a memory hog) and outlook and the internet. I can have numerous documents, web pages and excel all opened and no slowdown. I am a 22 year user of jaws and have never had a computer like this and after two months, have not locked it up. I agree with the one suggestion that you consider whether you need the ability to travel with the computer and if not, the desk top might be fine as they are usually cheaper for the same capability as a laptop. That said, I have another 15 inch laptop that I have 4 USB ports on and I plug a keyboard into the computer alone with a scanner and remote hard drive and printer so that it works like a desktop but I could pick it up and travel with it. This laptop however weighs 6 pounds versus 3 pounds for my newest laptop with a 13 inch screen. Good luck and have fun getting the right computer. If you take second best, you will not enjoy the experience. And I am the voice of experience talking about that aspect of the issue. John -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kimberly thurman Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 4:10 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Hi everyone: I'm starting a new medical transcription job and finding myself in need of a new computer. I will be running a transcription platform, which handles downloading and playing of audio plus the word processing part of transcription of that same audio. The minimum requirements are for a core 2 duo processor with 3 gigs of ram 32 bit, or 4 gigs with 64 bit. I realize running jaws ups these requirements somewhat if I don't want to have lags and sluggishness. Can I get any suggestions for just how much processor speed and ram I should spring for? Should I just go all out and get as much power and memory as I can afford? Is anybody using JAWS with a solid state drive, and what's the performance there like? Any configurations I should avoid? Should I go desktop or laptop? I have JAWS 13 and will be using the Windows 7 home version. Thanks in advance and thanks for having me on the list. Kim 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: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer
Jeez, people don't even think before they write. What good is power graphics going to do? She's not a gamer, and a better graphics card will make no difference in transcription. As far as my 2 cents: Go for a fast processor, it doesn't have to be a quad-core but it should be dual-core. The processing and front-side bus speed should be fast, and get as much memory as you can, 4GB preferrably 8GB although you really don't need more than that. If you go above 4GB, you will by definition be getting a 64-bit system. Frankly, I would opt for a desktop because of the additional ports and possibility to expand it easier. One thought: I don't know what hardware the transcription service might supply, but you probably want to get an extra soundcard so you can keep the transcription on your headset and Jaws in another channel. - Original Message - From: Hamit Campos hamitcam...@gmail.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 7:49 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer If it were me, I'd go all out power graffics memory the whole lot. As for laptop Vs. desktop, well is this a new home unit, or is it for on the go? What are going to do with it? That's what you must think about before deciding that. -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kimberly thurman Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 4:10 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Hi everyone: I'm starting a new medical transcription job and finding myself in need of a new computer. I will be running a transcription platform, which handles downloading and playing of audio plus the word processing part of transcription of that same audio. The minimum requirements are for a core 2 duo processor with 3 gigs of ram 32 bit, or 4 gigs with 64 bit. I realize running jaws ups these requirements somewhat if I don't want to have lags and sluggishness. Can I get any suggestions for just how much processor speed and ram I should spring for? Should I just go all out and get as much power and memory as I can afford? Is anybody using JAWS with a solid state drive, and what's the performance there like? Any configurations I should avoid? Should I go desktop or laptop? I have JAWS 13 and will be using the Windows 7 home version. Thanks in advance and thanks for having me on the list. Kim 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: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer
The better the graphics the more jaws can see. I built computers just for speech thinking it had to be for text. However, the op is very graphical. So the more you make it run better the better your jaws will like it. At 01:33 PM 2/16/2012, you wrote: Jeez, people don't even think before they write. What good is power graphics going to do? She's not a gamer, and a better graphics card will make no difference in transcription. As far as my 2 cents: Go for a fast processor, it doesn't have to be a quad-core but it should be dual-core. The processing and front-side bus speed should be fast, and get as much memory as you can, 4GB preferrably 8GB although you really don't need more than that. If you go above 4GB, you will by definition be getting a 64-bit system. Frankly, I would opt for a desktop because of the additional ports and possibility to expand it easier. One thought: I don't know what hardware the transcription service might supply, but you probably want to get an extra soundcard so you can keep the transcription on your headset and Jaws in another channel. - Original Message - From: Hamit Campos hamitcam...@gmail.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 7:49 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer If it were me, I'd go all out power graffics memory the whole lot. As for laptop Vs. desktop, well is this a new home unit, or is it for on the go? What are going to do with it? That's what you must think about before deciding that. -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kimberly thurman Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 4:10 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Hi everyone: I'm starting a new medical transcription job and finding myself in need of a new computer. I will be running a transcription platform, which handles downloading and playing of audio plus the word processing part of transcription of that same audio. The minimum requirements are for a core 2 duo processor with 3 gigs of ram 32 bit, or 4 gigs with 64 bit. I realize running jaws ups these requirements somewhat if I don't want to have lags and sluggishness. Can I get any suggestions for just how much processor speed and ram I should spring for? Should I just go all out and get as much power and memory as I can afford? Is anybody using JAWS with a solid state drive, and what's the performance there like? Any configurations I should avoid? Should I go desktop or laptop? I have JAWS 13 and will be using the Windows 7 home version. Thanks in advance and thanks for having me on the list. Kim 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: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer
Tim, Respectfully, I think funds are better spent in other areas. I have done computer tech work for years, run Jaws on lots of different configurations, and except for certain video conflicts back several years ago, I really don't see any performance differences with high-end video cards vs. shared video on the motherboard, as long as there is enough system memory to share. I guess the only way I'd change my opinion is to see a comparison of the same OS where a high-end video card could do certain things that couldn't be done with shared graphics, all other things being equal. So, I don't really see the point of spending an extra $150 on a high-end video card just for Jaws. Steve - Original Message - From: tim z200...@gmail.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Thursday, February 16, 2012 3:49 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer The better the graphics the more jaws can see. I built computers just for speech thinking it had to be for text. However, the op is very graphical. So the more you make it run better the better your jaws will like it. At 01:33 PM 2/16/2012, you wrote: Jeez, people don't even think before they write. What good is power graphics going to do? She's not a gamer, and a better graphics card will make no difference in transcription. As far as my 2 cents: Go for a fast processor, it doesn't have to be a quad-core but it should be dual-core. The processing and front-side bus speed should be fast, and get as much memory as you can, 4GB preferrably 8GB although you really don't need more than that. If you go above 4GB, you will by definition be getting a 64-bit system. Frankly, I would opt for a desktop because of the additional ports and possibility to expand it easier. One thought: I don't know what hardware the transcription service might supply, but you probably want to get an extra soundcard so you can keep the transcription on your headset and Jaws in another channel. - Original Message - From: Hamit Campos hamitcam...@gmail.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 7:49 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer If it were me, I'd go all out power graffics memory the whole lot. As for laptop Vs. desktop, well is this a new home unit, or is it for on the go? What are going to do with it? That's what you must think about before deciding that. -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kimberly thurman Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 4:10 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Hi everyone: I'm starting a new medical transcription job and finding myself in need of a new computer. I will be running a transcription platform, which handles downloading and playing of audio plus the word processing part of transcription of that same audio. The minimum requirements are for a core 2 duo processor with 3 gigs of ram 32 bit, or 4 gigs with 64 bit. I realize running jaws ups these requirements somewhat if I don't want to have lags and sluggishness. Can I get any suggestions for just how much processor speed and ram I should spring for? Should I just go all out and get as much power and memory as I can afford? Is anybody using JAWS with a solid state drive, and what's the performance there like? Any configurations I should avoid? Should I go desktop or laptop? I have JAWS 13 and will be using the Windows 7 home version. Thanks in advance and thanks for having me on the list. Kim 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: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer
Interesting consept. I never thought about this. I was just about to agree totally with that other guy, I can't remember his name at the moment sorry. When he said that getting a better grafics card just for JAWS has no point. At first I said yeah, he's right. I mean, JAWS is working ing just fine here. Now if one were to watch HD videos, then that's another story. But then I read this, and I think interesting. I never thought of it that way. No one ever put it that way. -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of tim Sent: Thursday, February 16, 2012 3:49 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer The better the graphics the more jaws can see. I built computers just for speech thinking it had to be for text. However, the op is very graphical. So the more you make it run better the better your jaws will like it. At 01:33 PM 2/16/2012, you wrote: Jeez, people don't even think before they write. What good is power graphics going to do? She's not a gamer, and a better graphics card will make no difference in transcription. As far as my 2 cents: Go for a fast processor, it doesn't have to be a quad-core but it should be dual-core. The processing and front-side bus speed should be fast, and get as much memory as you can, 4GB preferrably 8GB although you really don't need more than that. If you go above 4GB, you will by definition be getting a 64-bit system. Frankly, I would opt for a desktop because of the additional ports and possibility to expand it easier. One thought: I don't know what hardware the transcription service might supply, but you probably want to get an extra soundcard so you can keep the transcription on your headset and Jaws in another channel. - Original Message - From: Hamit Campos hamitcam...@gmail.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 7:49 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer If it were me, I'd go all out power graffics memory the whole lot. As for laptop Vs. desktop, well is this a new home unit, or is it for on the go? What are going to do with it? That's what you must think about before deciding that. -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kimberly thurman Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 4:10 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Hi everyone: I'm starting a new medical transcription job and finding myself in need of a new computer. I will be running a transcription platform, which handles downloading and playing of audio plus the word processing part of transcription of that same audio. The minimum requirements are for a core 2 duo processor with 3 gigs of ram 32 bit, or 4 gigs with 64 bit. I realize running jaws ups these requirements somewhat if I don't want to have lags and sluggishness. Can I get any suggestions for just how much processor speed and ram I should spring for? Should I just go all out and get as much power and memory as I can afford? Is anybody using JAWS with a solid state drive, and what's the performance there like? Any configurations I should avoid? Should I go desktop or laptop? I have JAWS 13 and will be using the Windows 7 home version. Thanks in advance and thanks for having me on the list. Kim 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: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer
Ok, you want a difference. How about the flash up dater. Just about everybody on this list has problems seeing that window with jaws. I would also bet that most have the standard min in graphics that was offered with computer. Well I see that window and no problem on the update. Also got 2 xp pro boxes with the same except one has cheap ATI and the other has GForce gamer card. The high end box sees my local weather ap. Only on a 64bit op with 4gig or better ram. Would I say it might not matter with on board graphics. But with prices now it really ain't that much. You don't get into real money cards until you run dual video cards. At 05:23 PM 2/16/2012, you wrote: Tim, Respectfully, I think funds are better spent in other areas. I have done computer tech work for years, run Jaws on lots of different configurations, and except for certain video conflicts back several years ago, I really don't see any performance differences with high-end video cards vs. shared video on the motherboard, as long as there is enough system memory to share. I guess the only way I'd change my opinion is to see a comparison of the same OS where a high-end video card could do certain things that couldn't be done with shared graphics, all other things being equal. So, I don't really see the point of spending an extra $150 on a high-end video card just for Jaws. Steve - Original Message - From: tim z200...@gmail.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Thursday, February 16, 2012 3:49 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer The better the graphics the more jaws can see. I built computers just for speech thinking it had to be for text. However, the op is very graphical. So the more you make it run better the better your jaws will like it. At 01:33 PM 2/16/2012, you wrote: Jeez, people don't even think before they write. What good is power graphics going to do? She's not a gamer, and a better graphics card will make no difference in transcription. As far as my 2 cents: Go for a fast processor, it doesn't have to be a quad-core but it should be dual-core. The processing and front-side bus speed should be fast, and get as much memory as you can, 4GB preferrably 8GB although you really don't need more than that. If you go above 4GB, you will by definition be getting a 64-bit system. Frankly, I would opt for a desktop because of the additional ports and possibility to expand it easier. One thought: I don't know what hardware the transcription service might supply, but you probably want to get an extra soundcard so you can keep the transcription on your headset and Jaws in another channel. - Original Message - From: Hamit Campos hamitcam...@gmail.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 7:49 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer If it were me, I'd go all out power graffics memory the whole lot. As for laptop Vs. desktop, well is this a new home unit, or is it for on the go? What are going to do with it? That's what you must think about before deciding that. -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kimberly thurman Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 4:10 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Hi everyone: I'm starting a new medical transcription job and finding myself in need of a new computer. I will be running a transcription platform, which handles downloading and playing of audio plus the word processing part of transcription of that same audio. The minimum requirements are for a core 2 duo processor with 3 gigs of ram 32 bit, or 4 gigs with 64 bit. I realize running jaws ups these requirements somewhat if I don't want to have lags and sluggishness. Can I get any suggestions for just how much processor speed and ram I should spring for? Should I just go all out and get as much power and memory as I can afford? Is anybody using JAWS with a solid state drive, and what's the performance there like? Any configurations I should avoid? Should I go desktop or laptop? I have JAWS 13 and will be using the Windows 7 home version. Thanks in advance and thanks for having me on the list. Kim 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: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer
I think this thread has gone on long enough guys. David Ferrin Beauty fades but dumbness is forever. Judge Judy - Original Message - From: tim z200...@gmail.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Thursday, February 16, 2012 8:18 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Ok, you want a difference. How about the flash up dater. Just about everybody on this list has problems seeing that window with jaws. I would also bet that most have the standard min in graphics that was offered with computer. Well I see that window and no problem on the update. Also got 2 xp pro boxes with the same except one has cheap ATI and the other has GForce gamer card. The high end box sees my local weather ap. Only on a 64bit op with 4gig or better ram. Would I say it might not matter with on board graphics. But with prices now it really ain't that much. You don't get into real money cards until you run dual video cards. At 05:23 PM 2/16/2012, you wrote: Tim, Respectfully, I think funds are better spent in other areas. I have done computer tech work for years, run Jaws on lots of different configurations, and except for certain video conflicts back several years ago, I really don't see any performance differences with high-end video cards vs. shared video on the motherboard, as long as there is enough system memory to share. I guess the only way I'd change my opinion is to see a comparison of the same OS where a high-end video card could do certain things that couldn't be done with shared graphics, all other things being equal. So, I don't really see the point of spending an extra $150 on a high-end video card just for Jaws. Steve - Original Message - From: tim z200...@gmail.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Thursday, February 16, 2012 3:49 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer The better the graphics the more jaws can see. I built computers just for speech thinking it had to be for text. However, the op is very graphical. So the more you make it run better the better your jaws will like it. At 01:33 PM 2/16/2012, you wrote: Jeez, people don't even think before they write. What good is power graphics going to do? She's not a gamer, and a better graphics card will make no difference in transcription. As far as my 2 cents: Go for a fast processor, it doesn't have to be a quad-core but it should be dual-core. The processing and front-side bus speed should be fast, and get as much memory as you can, 4GB preferrably 8GB although you really don't need more than that. If you go above 4GB, you will by definition be getting a 64-bit system. Frankly, I would opt for a desktop because of the additional ports and possibility to expand it easier. One thought: I don't know what hardware the transcription service might supply, but you probably want to get an extra soundcard so you can keep the transcription on your headset and Jaws in another channel. - Original Message - From: Hamit Campos hamitcam...@gmail.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 7:49 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer If it were me, I'd go all out power graffics memory the whole lot. As for laptop Vs. desktop, well is this a new home unit, or is it for on the go? What are going to do with it? That's what you must think about before deciding that. -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kimberly thurman Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 4:10 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Hi everyone: I'm starting a new medical transcription job and finding myself in need of a new computer. I will be running a transcription platform, which handles downloading and playing of audio plus the word processing part of transcription of that same audio. The minimum requirements are for a core 2 duo processor with 3 gigs of ram 32 bit, or 4 gigs with 64 bit. I realize running jaws ups these requirements somewhat if I don't want to have lags and sluggishness. Can I get any suggestions for just how much processor speed and ram I should spring for? Should I just go all out and get as much power and memory as I can afford? Is anybody using JAWS with a solid state drive, and what's the performance there like? Any configurations I should avoid? Should I go desktop or laptop? I have JAWS 13 and will be using the Windows 7 home version. Thanks in advance and thanks for having me on the list. Kim 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
Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer
Tim, to clarify: are you saying that some programs are accessible to JAWS, i.e., speak better, using a high-end graphics card, or that you, as a person with some vision, can read them? You use the word see here so I want to know what you are saying. Does JAWS have some functionality on the high-end system that it lacks on the other one assuming no vision? Dean -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of tim Sent: Thursday, February 16, 2012 5:18 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Ok, you want a difference. How about the flash up dater. Just about everybody on this list has problems seeing that window with jaws. I would also bet that most have the standard min in graphics that was offered with computer. Well I see that window and no problem on the update. Also got 2 xp pro boxes with the same except one has cheap ATI and the other has GForce gamer card. The high end box sees my local weather ap. Only on a 64bit op with 4gig or better ram. Would I say it might not matter with on board graphics. But with prices now it really ain't that much. You don't get into real money cards until you run dual video cards. At 05:23 PM 2/16/2012, you wrote: Tim, Respectfully, I think funds are better spent in other areas. I have done computer tech work for years, run Jaws on lots of different configurations, and except for certain video conflicts back several years ago, I really don't see any performance differences with high-end video cards vs. shared video on the motherboard, as long as there is enough system memory to share. I guess the only way I'd change my opinion is to see a comparison of the same OS where a high-end video card could do certain things that couldn't be done with shared graphics, all other things being equal. So, I don't really see the point of spending an extra $150 on a high-end video card just for Jaws. Steve - Original Message - From: tim z200...@gmail.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Thursday, February 16, 2012 3:49 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer The better the graphics the more jaws can see. I built computers just for speech thinking it had to be for text. However, the op is very graphical. So the more you make it run better the better your jaws will like it. At 01:33 PM 2/16/2012, you wrote: Jeez, people don't even think before they write. What good is power graphics going to do? She's not a gamer, and a better graphics card will make no difference in transcription. As far as my 2 cents: Go for a fast processor, it doesn't have to be a quad-core but it should be dual-core. The processing and front-side bus speed should be fast, and get as much memory as you can, 4GB preferrably 8GB although you really don't need more than that. If you go above 4GB, you will by definition be getting a 64-bit system. Frankly, I would opt for a desktop because of the additional ports and possibility to expand it easier. One thought: I don't know what hardware the transcription service might supply, but you probably want to get an extra soundcard so you can keep the transcription on your headset and Jaws in another channel. - Original Message - From: Hamit Campos hamitcam...@gmail.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 7:49 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer If it were me, I'd go all out power graffics memory the whole lot. As for laptop Vs. desktop, well is this a new home unit, or is it for on the go? What are going to do with it? That's what you must think about before deciding that. -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kimberly thurman Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 4:10 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Hi everyone: I'm starting a new medical transcription job and finding myself in need of a new computer. I will be running a transcription platform, which handles downloading and playing of audio plus the word processing part of transcription of that same audio. The minimum requirements are for a core 2 duo processor with 3 gigs of ram 32 bit, or 4 gigs with 64 bit. I realize running jaws ups these requirements somewhat if I don't want to have lags and sluggishness. Can I get any suggestions for just how much processor speed and ram I should spring for? Should I just go all out and get as much power and memory as I can afford? Is anybody using JAWS with a solid state drive, and what's the performance there like? Any configurations I should avoid? Should I go desktop or laptop? I have JAWS 13 and will be using the Windows 7 home version. Thanks in advance and thanks for having me on the list. Kim
Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer
Well, I got the new computer. It's an I7 processor with 8 gigs of ram, which were the two things I was going for. It's a laptop. I decided I wanted to be able to take it with me if I needed to. So far, so good. It seems to be a rockin little machine. It's a 14 inch model, very light and thin with pretty long battery life. I've installed Jaws 13 and Microsoft 2010 so far. This is my first email on it. Thanks for everyone's help. I may have more questions in the future. Thanks again, Kim -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Hamit Campos Sent: Thursday, February 16, 2012 6:34 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer There's something else about a desktop that makes it a still cool option, they're expandible. Laptops are kind of I guess, but you can't swop things in and out when ever you feel the need like on a desk top. Again, not bashing lap tops, after all, I just love the Dell XPS17, just making you aware of all things is all. -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of John R Vaughn Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 9:47 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Kim, I just purchased a new laptop as I want something portable so I can travel with the computer. This time, I went more top end and bought 8 gigs of memory, an Intel I 5 2430 processor (quad processor with turbo boost) and a 7200 rpm hard drive. I am using office 2010 and windows 7 home premium. I wanted something that would not get bogged down when working with Word(a memory hog) and outlook and the internet. I can have numerous documents, web pages and excel all opened and no slowdown. I am a 22 year user of jaws and have never had a computer like this and after two months, have not locked it up. I agree with the one suggestion that you consider whether you need the ability to travel with the computer and if not, the desk top might be fine as they are usually cheaper for the same capability as a laptop. That said, I have another 15 inch laptop that I have 4 USB ports on and I plug a keyboard into the computer alone with a scanner and remote hard drive and printer so that it works like a desktop but I could pick it up and travel with it. This laptop however weighs 6 pounds versus 3 pounds for my newest laptop with a 13 inch screen. Good luck and have fun getting the right computer. If you take second best, you will not enjoy the experience. And I am the voice of experience talking about that aspect of the issue. John -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kimberly thurman Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 4:10 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Hi everyone: I'm starting a new medical transcription job and finding myself in need of a new computer. I will be running a transcription platform, which handles downloading and playing of audio plus the word processing part of transcription of that same audio. The minimum requirements are for a core 2 duo processor with 3 gigs of ram 32 bit, or 4 gigs with 64 bit. I realize running jaws ups these requirements somewhat if I don't want to have lags and sluggishness. Can I get any suggestions for just how much processor speed and ram I should spring for? Should I just go all out and get as much power and memory as I can afford? Is anybody using JAWS with a solid state drive, and what's the performance there like? Any configurations I should avoid? Should I go desktop or laptop? I have JAWS 13 and will be using the Windows 7 home version. Thanks in advance and thanks for having me on the list. Kim 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: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer
If you get a 64 bit and can afford 6 gigs go for 6 gigs not the minimal 4. You won't regret it when using the audio stuff while having the transcription and the word files and everything else going on at the same time. I have a laptop with 6 gigs and a laptop with 4 gigs and both running top notch Ram and both running outstanding video cards but I still find that when I can afford it I want to update the secondary laptop to six gigs one of these days. -Original Message- From: Kimberly thurman Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 4:09 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Hi everyone: I'm starting a new medical transcription job and finding myself in need of a new computer. I will be running a transcription platform, which handles downloading and playing of audio plus the word processing part of transcription of that same audio. The minimum requirements are for a core 2 duo processor with 3 gigs of ram 32 bit, or 4 gigs with 64 bit. I realize running jaws ups these requirements somewhat if I don't want to have lags and sluggishness. Can I get any suggestions for just how much processor speed and ram I should spring for? Should I just go all out and get as much power and memory as I can afford? Is anybody using JAWS with a solid state drive, and what's the performance there like? Any configurations I should avoid? Should I go desktop or laptop? I have JAWS 13 and will be using the Windows 7 home version. Thanks in advance and thanks for having me on the list. Kim 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: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer
If it were me, I'd go all out power graffics memory the whole lot. As for laptop Vs. desktop, well is this a new home unit, or is it for on the go? What are going to do with it? That's what you must think about before deciding that. -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kimberly thurman Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 4:10 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Hi everyone: I'm starting a new medical transcription job and finding myself in need of a new computer. I will be running a transcription platform, which handles downloading and playing of audio plus the word processing part of transcription of that same audio. The minimum requirements are for a core 2 duo processor with 3 gigs of ram 32 bit, or 4 gigs with 64 bit. I realize running jaws ups these requirements somewhat if I don't want to have lags and sluggishness. Can I get any suggestions for just how much processor speed and ram I should spring for? Should I just go all out and get as much power and memory as I can afford? Is anybody using JAWS with a solid state drive, and what's the performance there like? Any configurations I should avoid? Should I go desktop or laptop? I have JAWS 13 and will be using the Windows 7 home version. Thanks in advance and thanks for having me on the list. Kim 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: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer
Thanks Merve, and thanks for helping me out with that resume a few years ago. I worked with your wife at Medquist. I do realize that ram is the kicker and makes the difference while running multiple programs. On Feb 15, 2012, at 7:07 PM, Merv Keck wrote: If you get a 64 bit and can afford 6 gigs go for 6 gigs not the minimal 4. You won't regret it when using the audio stuff while having the transcription and the word files and everything else going on at the same time. I have a laptop with 6 gigs and a laptop with 4 gigs and both running top notch Ram and both running outstanding video cards but I still find that when I can afford it I want to update the secondary laptop to six gigs one of these days. -Original Message- From: Kimberly thurman Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 4:09 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Hi everyone: I'm starting a new medical transcription job and finding myself in need of a new computer. I will be running a transcription platform, which handles downloading and playing of audio plus the word processing part of transcription of that same audio. The minimum requirements are for a core 2 duo processor with 3 gigs of ram 32 bit, or 4 gigs with 64 bit. I realize running jaws ups these requirements somewhat if I don't want to have lags and sluggishness. Can I get any suggestions for just how much processor speed and ram I should spring for? Should I just go all out and get as much power and memory as I can afford? Is anybody using JAWS with a solid state drive, and what's the performance there like? Any configurations I should avoid? Should I go desktop or laptop? I have JAWS 13 and will be using the Windows 7 home version. Thanks in advance and thanks for having me on the list. Kim 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: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer
Kim, I just purchased a new laptop as I want something portable so I can travel with the computer. This time, I went more top end and bought 8 gigs of memory, an Intel I 5 2430 processor (quad processor with turbo boost) and a 7200 rpm hard drive. I am using office 2010 and windows 7 home premium. I wanted something that would not get bogged down when working with Word(a memory hog) and outlook and the internet. I can have numerous documents, web pages and excel all opened and no slowdown. I am a 22 year user of jaws and have never had a computer like this and after two months, have not locked it up. I agree with the one suggestion that you consider whether you need the ability to travel with the computer and if not, the desk top might be fine as they are usually cheaper for the same capability as a laptop. That said, I have another 15 inch laptop that I have 4 USB ports on and I plug a keyboard into the computer alone with a scanner and remote hard drive and printer so that it works like a desktop but I could pick it up and travel with it. This laptop however weighs 6 pounds versus 3 pounds for my newest laptop with a 13 inch screen. Good luck and have fun getting the right computer. If you take second best, you will not enjoy the experience. And I am the voice of experience talking about that aspect of the issue. John -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kimberly thurman Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 4:10 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Using JAWS and buying a new computer Hi everyone: I'm starting a new medical transcription job and finding myself in need of a new computer. I will be running a transcription platform, which handles downloading and playing of audio plus the word processing part of transcription of that same audio. The minimum requirements are for a core 2 duo processor with 3 gigs of ram 32 bit, or 4 gigs with 64 bit. I realize running jaws ups these requirements somewhat if I don't want to have lags and sluggishness. Can I get any suggestions for just how much processor speed and ram I should spring for? Should I just go all out and get as much power and memory as I can afford? Is anybody using JAWS with a solid state drive, and what's the performance there like? Any configurations I should avoid? Should I go desktop or laptop? I have JAWS 13 and will be using the Windows 7 home version. Thanks in advance and thanks for having me on the list. Kim 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/
