Tag Archives: Speech Recognition

Dragon Naturally Speaking Version 11 Vs Microsoft Windows 7 Speech Recognition

In the previous article on Windows 7 Speech Recognition I talked about the reliability and functionality of the software that is included with the operating system. Although most of the time it worked well there were some challenges. Simply put, you didn’t always understand me the way I wanted. However, that kind of thing was […]

Microsoft Windows 7 Speech Recognition

Windows 7 Understands One thing is for certain, voice recognition technology has grown. This very article is being dictated using Microsoft’s speech recognition software. The software is integrated into Microsoft Windows 7 Professional. I have found it to be a generally reliable and useful system for dictation. It does take some getting used to however. […]

E-speaking Voice Recognition and Speech Software

E speaking voice and speech recognition software was quite a pleasant surprise. In the past I have had problems with the speech recognition software that was included in my operating system and even earlier versions of Dragon and Via Voice which are the most commonly used voice and speech applications for PC users. I was […]

Dragon NaturallySpeaking 12 Vs Windows 8

In February of 2011, I wrote an article comparing Dragon NaturallySpeaking version 11 against the speech recognition in Microsoft Windows version 7. Since that time, both Microsoft and Nuance have issued new products. For those who are interested in dictation I thought it be a good time to compare the latest offerings from both companies. […]

Unique Gift Ideas for Writers

Besides the normal gifts such as fancy calligraphy pens or journals or reference books, there are other gifts out there for the writer in your life. Here are some that piqued my interest while searching online. 1. A massage or day at the spa. It might sound odd, but, hear me out: usually, writers are […]