[Blind-Computing] Secure signup form alternative Fw: weather programs for multiple screenreader use

Hi James and list, Sorry I'm getting back to you so late. :) I didn't do it that way. I clicked on the secure sign up form link, which will open up a new window. In this window you can put in your name, email address, zip code, cell phone numbers, and check which weather info and other

[Blind-Computing] Fw: weather programs for multiple screenreader use

Yes, Christopher there is. Go to MyStateUSA.com I have signed up myself and my parents via the site. You can receive alerts both on your computer via emails and text via phone. You just have to provide your location of interests. They allow two areas via zip code, and you can also provide up

[Blind-Computing] free Calendar program for those who may be interested

Hi list I wanted to share a fun, educational, all inclusive calendar program called Calendar Magic. I use the program myself. I have an earlier version on my computer though. (version 17.3) but they are up to 18.1 now. They have many features such as setting personal reminders and various

[Blind-Computing] 22C Cell phone FW: Accessible cell phone inquiries

Hi list Thanks for all the info and offers I have received. Has anyone heard of or used the following phone? 22C accessible cell phone The web address I believe is: http://www.OwasysUSA.com I vaguely recall hearing of it some years ago, but I haven't heard anything since then. I am signed up

[Blind-Computing] Accessible cell phone inquiries

Hi list, It's Alvin. I just received one of those government cell phones, but I'm wondering if there is some software out there that will make it more accessible to navigate the menus and use it fully. It's a Sprint phone. Also, this is my first cell phone ever, so I'm kind of new to it. :) UP

[Blind-Computing] MSE installation

Thanks everyone! I just wanted to be sure about it before I did anything crazy. Lol My AVG expires in 3 days, but I might just uninstall it early. :) I'm getting kind of tired of that renew now/renew later dialogue box popping up. :) God bless you all and enjoy your week! Alvin -

[Blind-Computing] MSE installation

Hi list, It's Alvin again. I want to know should I remove programs such as spybot search and Destroy and Spy blaster before I install MSE? Thanks for any guidance. God bless! AC 57 Year Old Mom Looks 27! Mom Reveals $5 Wrinkle

[Blind-Computing] Updating adobe acrobat

Hi List, I am wondering how come no one has recommended just going to the check for updates option under the help menu within the Adobe Reader program? It seems to still work without any problems from what I can tell. I believe this is simpler than going to the website all of the time as long

Re: [Blind-Computing] connecting musical keyboards to a computer and what software is accessible?

Yes I am Mike. Thanks for clarifying for me. :) Alvin Groupon#8482 Official Site 1 ridiculously huge coupon a day. Get 50-90% off your city#39;s best! http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL3141/4de2502ba170112b7cest04duc For answers to

[Blind-Computing] Fw: connecting musical keyboards to a computer and what software is accessible?

Thanks Don for all of the info! I want to connect my Casio Keyboard to my HP laptop running windows XP Home. I am thinking about recording some songs that I am currently writing. In other words, I want to produce some beat/music tracks. This will be my first attempt at doing something like

[Blind-Computing] connecting musical keyboards to a computer and what software is accessible?

Hi list, It's AC. I bought a Casio WK 200 keyboard about a year ago. I thought it had a USB cable to connect it to my computer, but it doesn't. However, I hear that there are USB audio interface devices that you can use to connect musical keyboards and other audio devices to your computer. Does

[Blind-Computing] free software for your computer, phone, etc...

Hi list, It's Alvin. I am writing you to share a site with some info about free software you can download and try. I don't know if all of the software mentioned here is accessible, but I am sure those of you who are adventurous will let us know. :) I heard about this via the ATT home page.

[Blind-Computing] Facebook navigation problems

Hi list, It's AC. I just started having problems with the Facebook website. I am using the mobile site. M.facebook.com I am able to log in, but I can no longer comment, like, or browse through the info on the site. I have even tried refreshing the site, but that doesn't work either. However, I

[Blind-Computing] T.G.I. Fridays Website issues

Hi list, I am trying to enroll in their give Me More Stripes program via the website, but I can't. I get on to the main page with no problem, but when I try to enter the Give Me More Stripes sign up page, a security dialogue pops up. I select the yes button to enter the secure page, but JFW

[Blind-Computing] Blind Cool Tech podcast

Hi list, I was trying to download some podcasts from the Blind Cool Tech website but they wouldn't work. I wanted the 3 Microsoft Excel podcasts. I was able to download the recent Ipod 3 podcast from the site, so I don't know what is going on. Do they take the files off the server after a

Re: [Blind-Computing] YouTube Converter steps on how to use

Hi Mike, Janet, and list I have also noticed the ability to use the context menu on the youTube website in order to do the same thing. I believe you can either do a right mouse click on the youTube page while the video is playing and arrow up until you find the youTube to MP3 option, or you can

[Blind-Computing] recognizing and recording to a blank DVD

Hi list, I am having a problem with getting my computer to recognize my DVDs. I put one into the drive, and it shows up as a CD RW instead of a DVD RW. I did some searching around, and I see something checked in the application menu called DLA. What is this, and do I need to uncheck it? I have

[Blind-Computing] Windows backup utility and Karen's Replicater inquiry

Hi list, It's AC. I have two questions about the above programs. 1. I can't create a full system backup of my HP Pavilian laptop using the Windows backup utility. I can do a backup of my documents and settings as well as choose what folders/files I want to backup with no problem using my

[Blind-Computing] AVG threat detection inquiry

Hi list, It's AC. I am running the latest version of AVG 8.5 Pro. I was doing some PC maintenance when the following dialogue appeared on completion of me running the Disc Cleanup program. Resident Shield alert Accessed file information Information File name: C:\Program

[Blind-Computing] Fw: webvisim

This is not necessarily true. I have had to do the following to get Webvisum to work. Go into the tools menu and then the webvisum submenu and make sure you are logged in by hitting enter on the login option. The log out option would show as unavailable if this is the problem. Then try the control

[Blind-Computing] transferring multiple identities from outlook express

Hi list, It's AC. I want to know if I can have my various identities exported from Outlook Express on my laptop and import them on my father's desktop? If so, how do I go about doing this? I really don't want to have to set up each of my family member's identities manually if I can avoid it.

[Blind-Computing] Fw: External Hard Drive

Hi Rogelio, I just bought a Western Digital Elements external hard drive from the walmart website for about the same price with about 640 GB. It all depends how much you are going to put on it. It has an USB cable and AC adapter. I haven't put it together yet, but I soon will. The only two

[Blind-Computing] Fw: good accessible spy ware

I believe there is a self extracting jaws script on the Jaws Users website for Spyware Blaster. At least I thought there was. Someone correct me if I am wrong. :) I use the latest version of Spyware Blaster, and all I had to do was run the jaws scripting program and select the Jaws version I want

Re: [Blind-Computing] Windows Backup Utility

I E-mailed HP about this, and I got a download link as well as steps to use the Windows Backup Utility. I figured that I would share this with the list just in case the list moderator may want to post the program to the website. The info is below. AC From: laptop_support...@mail.support.hp.com

[Blind-Computing] .VOC file type and drivers

Hi list, It's AC. I have a RCA RP5120 digital voice recorder that records VOC files. It can also convert these into .WAV files. The problem is that Windows doesn't know what program to use to open .VOC files. However, I clicked on the file to try and play it and got the well known search for

[Blind-Computing] Fw: Opinions on which headset to buy

Thanks Bill, I have one more question. What is meant by a microphone having boom or the boom of a microphone? Thanks for sharing your info! AC - Forwarded message -- From: Bill Gallik billgal...@centurytel.net To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Date: Fri, 13 Feb 2009 09:59:19

[Blind-Computing] Opinions on which headset to buy

Hi list, I was wondering if you all could give me your opinion based on the following info. I am considering purchasing one of the following headsets/microphone combos below for my HP Pavilion laptop. The Logitech is $16.88 plus shipping and the GE 4-in-1 headset is $18.88. Does anyone have any

[Blind-Computing] Fw: Microphone suggestions and computer jack inquiries

Thanks Jack. Would you mind providing some name brands for me to start searching for? You know, to separate the good brands from the bad ones. :) Thanks again, AC - Forwarded message -- From: Jack jlow...@neo.rr.com To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Date: Sat, 31 Jan 2009

[Blind-Computing] battery not charging

Hi list, I have noticed for the last month or so that my battery on my laptop is not charging when I check it in the system tray. It says it is, but it has been at 0% remaining (charging) for the longest. Before this, it would fluctuate up and down while I had the power cord plugged into my

Re: [Blind-Computing] Help With Website

Hi list, I am having problems navigating a website. It is www.bossierschools.org I am trying to access the human resources section to look for available jobs but when I click on the link nothing happens. Well, I don't notice anything happening. :) Also, the combo box on the site seems to

[Blind-Computing] AVG 8.0 accessibility, Java errors, and add-ons in IE 7 enabling inquiries

Hi list, It's AC. I'm a new member. I have a few questions about some error messages I have been receiving lately as well as the new update of AVG Antivirus. 1. I downloaded the new version of AVG Antivirus 8.0. Is it accessible as version 7.5? I heard that it isn't. 2. I also am receiving