Have you talked to your PC lately?

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Speech recognition software is only really effective if the user is prepared to spend some time training it. When the software has reached the stage where it can understand most of the user's speech most of the time, then it is not really necessary to speak extremely slowly. Indeed, a 'trained' package will allow the user to speak much faster than ordinary typing speed. Latest software includes DragonDictate Solo, which also allows the user to control applications, Kurzweil VoicePad Pro, which is the simplest, and IBM VoiceType Simply Speaking.

Evaluation, Buyers Guide, Voice recognition, Speech recognition

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Don't tune in, just log on

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Convergence is a fashionable subject in the media, but is often not as spectacular in practice as might first appear. Web pages cannot easily be viewed on TV screens, and Web videos tend to be very small, and flicker without high speed connections. There have been advances in video streaming technology. Fast connections can provide streaming with quality as high as that of digital TV, according to Real Networks Europe's Paul Ayres. Despite technological advances, there may be some delay before streaming becomes widespread.

United States, General services, Specialized Telecom Services, Wired Telecommunications Carriers, Radio & TV Broadcasting, Radio and Television Broadcasting, Economic aspects, Internet, Internet services, Broadcasting industry, Broadcasting

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Heaven on earth, Hollywood-style

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The Hawaiian island of Kauai offers a wide range of attractions, including sandy beaches, waterfalls and lush rainforests. The landscape of this volcanic island is varied and dramatic, but is easily accessible for visitors. The island's most attractive town is Hanalei, situated in a wide bay surrounded by volcanic mountains. Kauai is an ideal destination for those seeking a quiet, relaxing holiday among wonderful scenery.

Hawaii, Description and travel, Kauai

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