If you are using a Apple Macintosh PowerPC computer voice recognition software is FREE from Apple. No additional hardware is required! I am currently setting up a computer to read paper documents for a blind couple using the Macintosh and a flatbed scanner. A voice command is given to the computer; It scans the document and reads it back. E-Mail me directly if you need more info. Dempsey +-----------------------------------------------------------------+ | Dempsey Yearry [log in to unmask] | | Maple Woods Community College Tel. (816) 437-3150 | | 2601 NE Barry Road FAX (816) 437-3049 | | Kansas City, MO 64156-1299 Faculty - Electronics Technology | | --finger for PGP key-- | +-----------------------------------------------------------------+