Re: [Blind-Computing] Remotely controling another computer

2011-06-22 Thread Mario
Remote Desktop it's accessible with NVDA, there are some articles on the NVDA list. Il 21/06/2011 23.38, Joshua Klander ha scritto: Hi list. What options are available for a blind user to control their computer? I know that Remote Desktop is not accessible. I also know about Jaws Tandem,

Re: [Blind-Computing] Problem with webvism

2011-06-22 Thread Norma A. Boge
Hi Jacob, Yes, I am connected to webvism, and Firefox indicates same when I start the browser. Following your steps, I am getting the same result as I originally posted. Any other suggestions? Thanks, Norma At 12:45 AM 6/22/2011, you wrote: Just tried it out using jaws12, firefox 3.5,

Re: [Blind-Computing] Problem with webvism

2011-06-22 Thread Jacob Kruger
Only other thing really noticed on that page is that various things/controls seemed to keep getting focused on in firefox, but I generally only use firefox when I specifically need webvisum, so not sure if that's normal as such - sorry. Stay well Jacob Kruger Blind Biker Skype: BlindZA

[Blind-Computing] My computer is slow to boot up

2011-06-22 Thread dan mccurley
Could someone tell me where to go to find out which programs are loading at start/up; I think I have to many loading at start/up because my computer takes much to long to boot up. thanks, Dan For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/

Re: [Blind-Computing] My computer is slow to boot up

2011-06-22 Thread David Ferrin
First check the startup sub menu on your programs menu. Second check MSConfig on the startup tab and decide if you can disable various programs from running at boot up time. David Ferrin http://www.jaws-users.com -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com

[Blind-Computing] i can't install any windows updates.

2011-06-22 Thread jim rawls
I an running windows 7, home premium, and jaws 12, latest update. I keep getting a message that new updates are available, click to install. So I do, and no matter how long I wait, I check, and it says downloading updates, zero percent complete. I only want critical updates installed, and

Re: [Blind-Computing] My computer is slow to boot up

2011-06-22 Thread dan mccurley
Thanks for the help; how do I get to ms config? - Original Message - From: David Ferrin ow...@jaws-users.com To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, June 22, 2011 8:00 AM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] My computer is slow to boot up First check the startup sub menu on

Re: [Blind-Computing] My computer is slow to boot up

2011-06-22 Thread David Ferrin
windows key + R type: msconfig hit enter control tab to the startup tab and uncheck what ever you feel is not important enough to run at startup time. Note: be careful in there. David Ferrin You do not need a parachute to skydive. You only need a parachute to skydive twice. - Original

Re: [Blind-Computing] My computer is slow to boot up

2011-06-22 Thread Nikolay Todorov
Hi Dan, Would you be so kind, to mention which operating system your computer runs? I will say how you may find out that using Windows XP: 1. Press the windows key and go to the run command. 2. At the combobox labeled open, type msconfig and press the enter key. 3. By pressing the Ctrl+tab go

Re: [Blind-Computing] QUESTION ABOUT WINDOWS UPDATES

2011-06-22 Thread John Justice
Okay Jose, thanks a lot. I thought so and as a result, I left things as they are. John and Linda Justice With guide dogs Jake and Zachary PERSONAL E-MAIL: john_just...@verizon.net -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com

[Blind-Computing] adobe flash player

2011-06-22 Thread Anna Vimini
Hi all, does any one on the list have an email address or a phone number so I might call or email the makers of adobe flash player and conplaine about it not being accessible to jaws screen reading programs? I do not know if it will be any help by doing that but I am sure going to try. thanks in

Re: [Blind-Computing] My computer is slow to boot up

2011-06-22 Thread David Goldfield
I would definitely advise caution when disabling items in msconfig if the user isn't sure what the item is. Just to be safe I use google to look up any startup items or services that I may need more information about. Particularly, some services are absolutely needed for normal operation and

Re: [Blind-Computing] My computer is slow to boot up

2011-06-22 Thread Nikolay Todorov
I'd agree to that, the user should be absolutely sure what action he/she takes, snice a critical service may be stopped via that option. Nikolay - Original Message - From: David Goldfield dgold...@asb.org To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, June 22, 2011 6:34 PM

Re: [Blind-Computing] My computer is slow to boot up

2011-06-22 Thread Rick Justice
It should be noted here, that on the startup tab, you are looking at applications, and not services. Services are listed on the services tab, but that would not be my choice for where to disable them. In any event, caution is advised. HTH, Rick Justice - Original Message - From: David

Re: [Blind-Computing] Remotely controling another computer

2011-06-22 Thread kimsan
Window eyes has a remote assistance feature but with the latest update for window eyes, it hasn't been working. For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/

Re: [Blind-Computing] My computer is slow to boot up

2011-06-22 Thread David Ferrin
That's why at the end of my message I noted a person should be careful in that program. David Ferrin ow...@jaws-users.com I believe that tomorrow is another day, and I'll probably screw that one up too. - Original Message - From: David Goldfield dgold...@asb.org To:

[Blind-Computing] routers

2011-06-22 Thread David Ferrin
I use a Linksys, Rick uses a 2 wire residential gateway. What is interesting me at this moment is what other routers out there have accessible interfaces? This is information we all should have. David Ferrin Most people don't know what they're doing and a lot of them are really good at it.

Re: [Blind-Computing] routers

2011-06-22 Thread Michael Amaro
I use a linksys as well. Just the other day I upgraded my modem and the router would not comunicate with it. Had to go with a PPOE set up- Original Message - From: David Ferrin d...@jaws-users.com To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, June 22, 2011 10:17 AM Subject:

Re: [Blind-Computing] routers

2011-06-22 Thread Stephan, William S NWK
I just bought a Netgear router as an add-on, and the guy who secured it is blind and seemed to be able to access everything he needed with his Iphone. William S. Stephan Procurement Analyst, Kansas City District National Contracting Organization Building Strong(r) U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

[Blind-Computing] Outlook Questions

2011-06-22 Thread Lisa Salinger
Hi all, Outlook has me a bit confused, and I'm hoping someone can help. I'm certainly not opposed to reading documentation if something is written about this. I've had luck searching for solutions to problems with Google, but haven't had much luck with this, as it's more a principle than a