April 2, 2008

Voice Recognition Setup

Some Words
I've always liked John Ousterhout (and wouldn't you know it, his name is Dutch). Here is what he says about RSI. I don't know Ousterhout, but I wish I did. Unfortunately, he doesn't say much about his microphone... which probably means it doesn't matter too much.

Software
Hands Down: Dragon Naturally Speaking
www.nuance.com

The only question is which one do you need. Who knows.

OS
Windows - Best
Mac - Maybe
Linux - Maybe: a2x Seems Promising

Microphone
General
www.knowbrainer.com
www.itspeaking.co.uk
www.emicrophones.com
www.speechrecsolutions.com

These seem popular
Sennheiser ME3 (Combo Pack)
Plantronics CS55 (Adapted)

Comparison Charts
Speech Rec
Know Brainer

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