ATL Quickstart: MGH PC 2

Welcome to the Mary Gates Hall Access Technology Lab. This page provides information on the special technology available on this machine. Click on the links below to be connected to the Quick Start for each program. Each Quick Start provides a brief introduction to the program and a short guide to using its basic features. Please contact the ATL for a print copy or an alternate format copy of any these documents.

ATL Quick Starts

JAWS for Windows

Provides screen-reading capability for users with visual impairments.

OpenBook

Scans printed text and reads it with a speech synthesizer.

Scan and Read Pro

Scans printed text and reads it with a speech synthesizer. Simpler interface than similar products.

ClaroRead

Provides Text to Speech in any program using a floating toolbar.

Text to Audio

Converts text to audio (.mp3 format).

WYNN Wizard

Scans and reads printed materials and converts to electronic text. Reading/study tools are particularly effective for users with a variety of learning disabilities.

NaturalReader

Provides text-to-speech capability from any program where text can be selected.

OpticBook

A scanner to convert print text to electronic text.

ZoomText

Screen enlargment software with basic speech output and text-reading software.

If you have questions or would like more information on the support services offered by the ATL, please feel free to stop by our office in the Mary Gates Hall Computing Resource Center.