[Blind-Computing] tripping out on everyone that sed that win7 was better

2009-11-12 Thread Julio
I new it that's why I didn't upgrade and good luck to you all that's why I stick with window eyes no jaws never again fs is crap that's why I sold the pacmate Julio and Guide dog Putnam Myspace page where you can check out tracks that I've sung and arranged. www.myspace.com/keyboardjulio Nickna

Re: [Blind-Computing] MANY THANKS

2009-11-12 Thread kim kelly
John, you are welcome, it was interesting; my boy friend isn't a member of this list but he was listening to my emails and the first thing he said when he heard about the lap/top shutting down "It is heating up". Glad you were able to get that guy out in to fresh air. LOL. Take care. Kim Kelly

Re: [Blind-Computing] FS activate

2009-11-12 Thread kim kelly
!Man, you said it.!. That is why I am sticking with WIN XP and Jaws 7 Good luck to you guys. Kim Kelly - Original Message - From: "Stewart A Overbey Jr." To: Sent: Thursday, November 12, 2009 11:33 AM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] FS activate I'm somewhat frustrated as well. I'

[Blind-Computing] Eject in Windows XP

2009-11-12 Thread Rick Justice
As I stated in an earlier post, when I selected the eject option in the file menu in My Computer, with my USB flash drive highlighted, the name of the drive was replaced with, removable disk. The eject option only becomes available on items that it will work with. This is how I eject my cd's. The

Re: [Blind-Computing] The Kindle Book Reader

2009-11-12 Thread Mark
topped on the registration. Would like to hear others' experiences. marilyn For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ ______ Information from ESET NOD32 Antivirus, version of virus signature database 4601 (20

[Blind-Computing] Safely remove hardware in Windows XP

2009-11-12 Thread Rick Justice
This information is available right from your computer, in the device manager. Write caching and Safe Removal Optimize for quick removal This setting disables write caching on the disk and in Windows, so you can disconnect this device without using the Safe Removal icon. Optimize for performance T

Re: [Blind-Computing] FS activate

2009-11-12 Thread Jacob Kruger
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Re: [Blind-Computing] The Kindle Book Reader

2009-11-12 Thread Jacob Kruger
nstallation directions but it stopped on the registration. Would like to hear others' experiences. marilyn For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ __ Information from ESET NOD32 Antivirus, version of virus signature datab

[Blind-Computing] MANY THANKS

2009-11-12 Thread John Justice
Recently, I was having a problem with my laptop shutting down without warning. I thought that I was in real trouble until Chris and a couple of other helpful people suggested that the thing might be overheating and shutting down. It was. I had placed it in a shelf which is enclosed on 3 sides

Re: [Blind-Computing] FS activate

2009-11-12 Thread Julio
o that's fs for all you guys that's why I stay away from jaws Julio and Guide dog Putnam Myspace page where you can check out tracks that I've sung and arranged. www.myspace.com/keyboardjulio Nickname Soda Pop email address jmoro...@ca.rr.com windows live messenger only jmorone...@hotmail.co

Re: [Blind-Computing] FS activate

2009-11-12 Thread Julio
good thing I didn't go up to windows 7 Julio and Guide dog Putnam Myspace page where you can check out tracks that I've sung and arranged. www.myspace.com/keyboardjulio Nickname Soda Pop email address jmoro...@ca.rr.com windows live messenger only jmorone...@hotmail.com Skype jmorones03 hom

[Blind-Computing] can't open the jarte help system

2009-11-12 Thread ROSEMARIE CHAVARRIA
Hi, everyone, I was trying to open the jarte help system but I got a message saying that it couldn't be opened. I downloaded the free version of jarte from the jaws users site. Any suggestions you could give would be very much appreciated. Many thanks in advance. Rosemarie For answers to fre

Re: [Blind-Computing] Windows Update and Microsoft Update issues

2009-11-12 Thread Frank Ventura
OK, the problem persists even after removing IE 8. However, I did find out something interesting. If I don't automatically launch JFW after a reboot and try it with SATOGO it works fine. If I then go back and try it with any version of JFW from 9 to 11 it doesn't work. Never seen this one before. F

Re: [Blind-Computing] Windows Update and Microsoft Update issues

2009-11-12 Thread JOHN O CARVALHO
I don't see why you can't go back to 7. If you go back to IE 7 your problems might go away. Skype - john.carvalho82 Email - n1...@verizon.net PEACE J C - Original Message - From: "Rick Justice" To: Sent: Thursday, November 12, 2009 5:20 PM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Windows Upda

Re: [Blind-Computing] The Kindle Book Reader

2009-11-12 Thread Marilyn Walker
It's a software package for the computer. BUt two of us so far have been unable to complete the process of registration. It's a good idea gone awry. marilyn For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/

Re: [Blind-Computing] The Kindle Book Reader

2009-11-12 Thread Mark
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Re: [Blind-Computing] Windows Update and Microsoft Update issues

2009-11-12 Thread Rick Justice
Hi Frank, Would it be possible to roll-back IE to version 7 on that machine? Rick Justice - Original Message - From: "Frank Ventura" To: Sent: Thursday, November 12, 2009 2:38 PM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Windows Update and Microsoft Update issues Hi Rick, thanks for the suggesti

Re: [Blind-Computing] The Kindle Book Reader

2009-11-12 Thread Marilyn Walker
Yes, Jacob, it is irritating. Don't these companies have a clue about potential audiences of paying customers? I'm going to let AMazon know. Marilyn For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/

Re: [Blind-Computing] FS activate

2009-11-12 Thread jim rawls
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Re: [Blind-Computing] FS activate

2009-11-12 Thread David Ferrin
I understand that this is a frustrating turn of events but this list is for helping others out with their problems. The fact is if you folks want to change policy then contact the people who make it in the first place. David Ferrin www.jaws-users.com VIP Conduit Tech Support www.vipconduit.com

Re: [Blind-Computing] The Kindle Book Reader

2009-11-12 Thread Jacob Kruger
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Re: [Blind-Computing] FS activate

2009-11-12 Thread Jacob Kruger
ghts on what I can do? Thanks Vic For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ __ Information from ESET NOD32 Antivirus, version of virus signature database 4601 (20091112) __ The message was checked by ESET NOD32 Antivi

Re: [Blind-Computing] FS activate

2009-11-12 Thread Frank Ventura
Vic, make sure you get a ticket number and the name of the tech person you are working with. Give Beth Serano at FS a call and explain that there is an ongoing trouble ticket open and the details for your situation. I have had better luck on the phone then through email. Frank Ventura -Origina

Re: [Blind-Computing] FS activate

2009-11-12 Thread Gerald Levy
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Re: [Blind-Computing] FS activate

2009-11-12 Thread Hugh
you next time. So, any thoughts on what I can do? Thanks Vic 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/ __ Information from ESET S

Re: [Blind-Computing] The Kindle Book Reader

2009-11-12 Thread Marilyn Walker
Jacob, I tried it and it quits at the registration point. Internet explorer gave a security warning before the download started so i went ahead and did the installation directions but it stopped on the registration. Would like to hear others' experiences. marilyn For answers to frequently

Re: [Blind-Computing] Windows Update and Microsoft Update issues

2009-11-12 Thread Frank Ventura
Hi Rick, thanks for the suggestion. I tried it with version 9 and version 11 of JFW with the same results. I thought the local group policy may have been set to use an update server other then update.microsoft.com but that was not the case. I also tried it with SATOGO with no luck. Frank Ventura -

Re: [Blind-Computing] FS activate

2009-11-12 Thread Stewart A Overbey Jr.
I'm somewhat frustrated as well. I've recently gone through all my keys in the past couple of weeks with a new computer purchase, and upgrading from VISTA to Windows7. I have found out, however, that if you do a system restore, when you notice you've lost your activation, it will return from

Re: [Blind-Computing] FS activate

2009-11-12 Thread Chris Hallsworth
I'm running Windows 7 on my Acer laptop. JAWS 11 works really well and yes there is *one* program that I dare not install as it will trigger the video message and loss of authorization. Well, sort of. If I remove the driver and reboot the authorization returns. Repairing JAWS to get the driver back

Re: [Blind-Computing] Windows Update and Microsoft Update issues

2009-11-12 Thread Rick Justice
Hi Frank, Have you tried accessing the pages with an earlier version of Jaws? Rick Justice - Original Message - From: "Frank Ventura" To: Sent: Thursday, November 12, 2009 10:07 AM Subject: [Blind-Computing] Windows Update and Microsoft Update issues Hi folks, I have one PC on the net

Re: [Blind-Computing] FS activate

2009-11-12 Thread Lino and Louie
Vic are you running WIN 7 on the new Del? You aren't the only one having activation problems with WIN 7 and some Vista users. My wife included. I wish FS would quit dragging there feet with PPL who have sent and talked to costumer support. A fix is in order here! Lino Morales Remember, friends d

[Blind-Computing] FS activate

2009-11-12 Thread TinkerTweak
I don't know how I feel; I couldn't describe it any other way but really bad. I've always paid for all my software, from my OS,utilities, security, and my screen reader etcetera. I don't engage in any piracy. Last week I bought a high-specs Toshiba laptop with Windows 7 and loved all its fea

Re: [Blind-Computing] Help with folders using Jaws 7.0

2009-11-12 Thread Jacob Kruger
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Re: [Blind-Computing] The Kindle Book Reader

2009-11-12 Thread Jacob Kruger
2 Antivirus, version of virus signature database 4597 (2009) __ The message was checked by ESET NOD32 Antivirus. http://www.eset.com __ Information from ESET NOD32 Antivirus, version of virus signature database 4600 (20091112) __ The message was checked by E

[Blind-Computing] Windows Update and Microsoft Update issues

2009-11-12 Thread Frank Ventura
Hi folks, I have one PC on the network here that is causing a weird problem which I haven't encountered yet. This happens when using either Windows Update or Microsoft Update. This started after installing IE 8. When either of those two update pages are loaded I only get frames, the toolbar frame a

Re: [Blind-Computing] is there a particular way to unplugaflashdrive

2009-11-12 Thread Rick Justice
Dave, Well, if I unplug the flash drive, then the icon goes away. My USB soundcard is always connected, and doesn't cause the icon to be displayed. The only time I get that icon is if a USB drive is plugged in, with the exception of the all-in-one connected to my pro machine, and once the power bu

Re: [Blind-Computing] is there a particular way to unplug a flashdrive

2009-11-12 Thread Rick Justice
Hi Al, No, because I don't have any documentation to back up that statement. I was just passing along my experience with that option. HTH, Rick Justice - Original Message - From: "Alan & Terrie Robbins" To: Sent: Thursday, November 12, 2009 8:14 AM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] is there

Re: [Blind-Computing] is there a particular way to unplug a flash drive

2009-11-12 Thread Alan & Terrie Robbins
Rick, So are you saying the "eject" is as safe as the safely remove hardware option? If yes, it is quicker to access IMO Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com]on Behalf Of Rick Justice Sent: Thursday, November 12

Re: [Blind-Computing] is there a particular way to unplugaflashdrive

2009-11-12 Thread Alan & Terrie Robbins
Don, That may be the difference as I am using XP Pro. Thanks for the clarification Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com]on Behalf Of Donald Marang Sent: Thursday, November 12, 2009 6:43 AM To: blind-computing@ja

Re: [Blind-Computing] is there a particular way to unplugaflashdrive

2009-11-12 Thread David Ferrin
It might not and there is no way for me to know for sure but consider this if you would, does it go away after the last item is removed or not, again that is a question I couldn't answer as I use a USB sound card exclusively so there is always something connected up on this system. David Ferrin

Re: [Blind-Computing] is there a particular way to unplugaflashdrive

2009-11-12 Thread Rick Justice
Hi Don, Yes, that option is available in Windows XP. I always use it for ejectingg cd's, and yesterday I tried it with a flash drive, and noticed that the name of the drive changed to, removeable disk, but this did not remove the safely remove hardware icon from the system tray. HTH, - Origin

Re: [Blind-Computing] is there a particular way to unplugaflashdrive

2009-11-12 Thread Donald Marang
No, I am not sure if Eject would perform the Safely remove function. If not, it should. I have Vista Home Premium, perhaps this is not available on XP? Don Marang - Original Message - From: "Alan & Terrie Robbins" To: Sent: Wednesday, November 11, 2009 7:41 PM Subject: Re: [Blin

[Blind-Computing] Help with folders using Jaws 7.0

2009-11-12 Thread Mich
Hi all. I need help please. When ever I go in to my folders for some reason jaws says search results all or part of the file name edit. I never used to get this it always would just go in to the folders and show the contence of these folders. I was trying to change the file extensions in the dif