[blindkid] apple netbooks

[Bernadette Jacobs]

On 5/22/12, Jaquiss, Robert <RJaquiss at nfb.org> wrote:
> Hello:
>
>      I would suggest you start with aPC based laptop or ultrabook machine.
> You will need JAWS to go with it. Also make sure it has Microsoft Office so
> your son can do PowerPoint, word processing etc. When selecting a laptop or
> ultrabook, be sure to go feel the keyboards and try them out. This is NOT
> something you want to order online without having a hands-on experience.
>
> Regards,
>
> Robert
>
>
> Robert Jaquiss
> Access Technology Specialist
> National Federation of the Blind Jernigan Institute
> 200 E. Wells Street at Jernigan Place
> Baltimore, MD 21230
> Phone: (410) 659-9314, Ext.2422
> Email: rjaquiss at nfb.org
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: blindkid-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:blindkid-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
> Behalf Of Rosina Solano
> Sent: Monday, May 21, 2012 4:50 PM
> To: blindkid at nfbnet.org
> Subject: [blindkid] apple netbooks
>
> Okay, I stated that I am looking for a netbook for my son for high school.
> I have also been advised to not jump into the ipad arena just yet, that he
> needs to learn the computer skills first.  I am okay with that.  Now I am
> wondering about apple versus other netbooks.  I know that there is a big
> price difference.  My idea is that is comes installed with Voice Over.  If I
> get a netbook then I also have to get JAWS for a screen reader.  So I am
> just wondering if using the apple netbook will do the same as any other
> computer.  I see that it is compatable with his braille sense plus.  So I am
> just looking for which way to go and why.  He needs to be able to email his
> homework directly to his teachers and get it back.  To do
> powerpoint presentations, etc.  He already has good braille skills and uses
> an abacus extremely well.  He does well in school, but we are WAY behind in
> the tech dept.  We live rural and so do not have it at home either, so  this
> is all new for all of us.  No cell phones, no ipods, nothing tech other than
> his braille sense.  I use internet several times a week at the local
> library, but if we get him going we plan on getting internet at home.  This
> is very overwhelming for us so please talk plainly.
>
> Thanks;
>
>
> ********************************************
> Rosina Foster
> www.tadpoleacres.webs.com
> MOPBC Missouri Parents of Blind Children
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My sentaments, exactly Robert!  Obviously, I couldn't've put it better
myself!!  Have a great day everyone!!

Bernie