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September, 2010 - Events
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Wednesday, September 8, 2010, 6:30PM - Kilaga Springs Presentation Hall
Speech Recognition
By Rita Wronkiewicz
If you hear someone talking to his computer, odds are he is not going crazy—he’s using Dragon Naturally Speaking or Windows 7 speech recognition software totake his computer experience to the next level. Speech recognition software allows you to dictate documents and email messages. It also allows you to browse the Web and navigate program menus using voice commands.
With speech recognition software, you can turn your voice into text three times faster than most people type. Just start talking and the software will recognize your voice instantly, with up to 99% accuracy. It takes only minutes of training to get started, and accuracy will continually improve the more you use the software.
Rita Wronkiewicz will demonstrate how easy it is to get started with speech recognition. This demonstration will includes launching applications, opening files, managing email and working on the Web--all by voice.
Door Prizes: Speech Recognition Software: Dragon NaturallySpeaking 11 and Dragon NaturallySpeaking 10.
You must be a member to be eligible. Click [HERE] for membership information.
NOTE: There will be a social time with refreshments and snacks immediately after the meeting where you will also be able to meet and talk with the presenter.
Friday, September 10, 2010, 3:30pm - Kilaga Springs Presentation Hall
Computer Ergonomics
Presented by Tami Mays, D.C. (Kaiser) and Bob Ringo
Imagine a perfect world----all of your computer hardware and all the Windows software is functioning perfectly, and you are making no operator errors. Just about all that is left to worry about is Computer Ergonomics. We will have some coaching and information from Tami Mays, D.C. (Doctor of Chiropractic) from Kaiser Workplace Safety Ergonomics. She will talk about lessening fatigue and even injury resulting from use of your beloved (and sometimes cursed) computer. Posture, equipment placement, exercise, relaxation, vision---all these and more are important to keep computing from becoming physically stressful. Tami's presentation will not only be informative, but also thoroughly entertaining.
Also, Bob Ringo will expand upon his earlier information about the accessibility features within Windows to help with visual, hearing, and dexterity needs.
Door Prize:Samsung Bluetooth Hands-free Cell Phone Headset
Monday, August 23 & September 27, 2010, at 10:00AM - at Kilaga Springs Presentation Hall
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Ask The Tech
Our regular monthly meeting where all members can come to get solutions to theirtechnical and non-technical PC problems. If you don't feel comfortable asking your question in the meeting, simply click on this link (click) to email your question, and we will be glad to answer anonymously at the meeting. Even if you don't have a question, come, listen and learn from others.
When asked if I would like to be the next president of the Computer Club, I thought to myself this job is a "no win" position in that I would be replacing two legends. No one remembers who replaced the famous Green Bay football coach Vince Lombardi or the equally famous basketball coach John Wooden. For the last four years, Len Carniato and Terry Rooney have molded our Computer Club into one of the most popular clubs in Lincoln Hills. We now take for granted Ask-The-Tech, post meeting social gatherings, and many more exceptional activities that make our club unique. These two computer giants have shared their vast talents with our members generously and selfishly with nothing but the satisfaction of helping others as their singular reward.
Several factors influenced my decision to become the President of the Computer Club. First, I’ve been exposed to computers all of my adult life and feel comfortable using them, as well as, helping others learn how to benefit from them. Secondly, I have had three year’s experience in managing the Lincoln Hills Genealogy Club. Thirdly, I knew that I would be surrounded by a group of outstanding professionals that comprise the Computer Club’s Board of Directors.
Lastly, and most importantly, I felt that it was my turn to step forward and “payback” the Computer Club for all the enjoyment that it has given to me.
Our Club consists of nearly three hundred families, but only a handful of you are involved in the administration and operation of the Club. Each of you uses your computer in a unique way. My first task as your new President will be to persuade each of you to share your favorite computer programs, websites, and individual abilities with the rest of our membership. Remember, this is your club and we need each of you to contribute to the overall success of the Club.
Although Len and Terry will have diminishing roles in the Computer Club, you’ll still see them around. They will continue to alternately moderate the Ask-The-Tech sessions and, if we’re lucky, to be a General Meeting presenter from time to time.
The next time you see Len and Terry, please let them know how much you appreciate their enormous contributions to our Club.
Imagine a perfect world----all of your computer hardware and all the Windows software is functioning perfectly, and you are making no operator errors. Just about all that is left to worry about is Computer Ergonomics. We will have some coaching and information from Tami Mays, D.C. (Doctor of Chiropractic) from Kaiser Workplace Safety Ergonomics. She will talk about lessening fatigue and even injury resulting from use of your beloved (and sometimes cursed) computer. Posture, equipment placement, exercise, relaxation, vision---all these and more are important to keep computing from becoming physically stressful. Tami's presentation will not only be informative, but also thoroughly entertaining.
