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JAWS for Windows Headquarters.


JAWS 9.0.2152 Free Update Posted!

A new update is available for JAWS 9! This is a free download for JAWS 9 users. To get the latest version, go to the Help menu in the JAWS user interface and choose "Check for Updates."

Read more about the latest update on the What's New in JAWS 9 Web page.

JAWS Testimonials

What's New in JAWS 9 MP3 Audio File

Welcome to your one-stop resource for the world's leading screen reader, JAWS for Windows. On these pages, you can discover more about JAWS, quickly and easily navigate to a number of online resources, download updates, and learn valuable tips and tricks for using JAWS.

What is JAWS?

JAWS for Windows is a powerful accessibility solution that reads information on your screen using synthesized speech. JAWS provides many useful commands that make it easier to use programs, edit documents, and read Web pages. With a refreshable braille display, JAWS can also provide braille output in addition to, or instead of, speech. An array of versatile features and customizable options lets you tailor JAWS for your individual needs and preferences.

For more information on what you need to use JAWS for Windows on your computer, see System Requirements

What Users Say About JAWS

Here's what one prominent eye doctor says about using JAWS: "After losing my vision, I realized the importance of assistive technology as part of optometric rehabilitation. I would not be able to perform my duties as the Chief of Low Vision if I didn't have JAWS.”


Dr. Bill Takeshita, OD, FAAO, FCOVD, Chief of Low Vision, Center for the Partially Sighted, Los Angeles, CA, Director of Low Vision, Braille Institute of America


See what other users say about their experiences with JAWS. Visit the JAWS Testimonials page.

RSS Feeds on the Web

Feeds on the Web allow you to automatically receive updated information from your favorite Web sites. Feeds are provided by more and more Web sites all the time. Basically, the process involves you subscribing to the feed, which usually is free, and then your feed reader (Internet Explorer or other feed reader) shows if there is any updated content. Here is what to look for and how it works with Internet Explorer 7.

Internet Explorer 7 checks every Web page you visit for feeds. If a feed is available, the graphic button for feeds on the Internet Explorer toolbar changes from gray to orange. JAWS verbally announces feeds on Web pages you visit, beginning with version 8.0 and later. You may have heard JAWS announce "RSS Feeds" on some pages you visit and may have wondered what that means. Finally, you can also set up Internet Explorer to play a sound when it notices a feed for a page. Choose this link to learn more about Feeds on the Web and how to subscribe to and use them.

Listen to What's New in JAWS 9.0

Download the forty-five minute long audio recording of Eric Damery as he discusses What's New in JAWS 9.0, the new features available in the upcoming version of JAWS 9.0! This is a ZIP file containing one MP3 audio segment.

Creativity!

Visit user Web sites* to explore some of the creative ways people are using JAWS!

J-Vist Launch

T&T Consultancy is pleased to announce that with the cooperation of Freedom Scientific, manufacturers of JAWS For Windows, we will shortly be releasing a product which will enable users of Windows Vista and this leading edge screen reader to make use of the Speech Input component of this exciting new Windows Operating System, Windows Vista. Check out our J-Vist Page for more details.

J-Days 2007 Launch

T&T Consultancy is also delighted to announce that, with the cooperation of Freedom Scientific, manufacturers of JAWS For Windows, a new product has been released that provides high quality and intuitive access to the Microsoft Outlook 2007 calendar. Check out our J-Days Page for more information about this product.

J-Tunes 2007 Launch

Read how T&T Consultancy has made iTunes from Apple® accessible with JAWS using their new product J-Tunes. iTunes is software which offers music lovers who either own or do not own one of the iPod® products a vast variety of features and facilities which turn the computer into an incredible music management system.

*The Web sites linked above are not affiliated with Freedom Scientific. Support questions about the third-party applications on these Web sites should be directed to the Webmaster for the specific Web site.

Favorite Links

FSReader DAISY Book Reader

A demonstration version of FSReader is included with JAWS 6.0 or later. The full Desktop PC version also is available for purchase. Read more about FSReader.

Training for JAWS

The Training Headquarters for JAWS includes audio and DAISY files of the JAWS Basic Training and more. Download the latest version of Getting Started with JAWS audio!

Purchasing Information

JAWS Professional: $1,095.
For Windows Vista, Windows XP, Windows 2000, and Media Center Editions.

       + SMA: $200
       + Remote Access: $200

 

JAWS Standard: $895. For Windows Vista Premium, Windows Vista Home, Windows Vista Basic, and Windows XP Home.

       + SMA: $120


Multi-User Licenses - Site, district, or enterprise licenses receive price discounts.

 

Prices listed above are for U.S. only.

 

Web Design and Using JAWS on the Internet

Bring greater accessibility to your Web site! Learn more about how JAWS works on the Web! Visit our Surf's Up Web site for examples of how to write effective HTML code and use JAWS on the Web. Find more information on our Accessibility Tips and Web Design page, with links to free HTML tutorials, validation tools, guidelines, and other resources!

User Groups

Keep up with what other JAWS users are saying and doing! JAWS user groups exist not only in the USA, but in the United Kingdom, Germany, Russia, and other locations around the world. Join one of the many user groups.

International JAWS

NOTE: You need a synthesizer that supports the given language for reading some of these pages with JAWS.

Downloads for JAWS

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