Speech Recognition Software

Voice recognition software became a viable product for mainstream use in the middle of the 1990's due to rigorous research and advanced programming skills. There are many uses today for speech recognition software including dictation, computer applications and Internet use. Some programs, of course, are more accurate than others, but none can really claim a proficiency rating much higher than 99% intelligent translation capabilities. The major concern that has continued to stimulate ongoing development of this programming concept is the limitations of artificial intelligence associated with the product. "Let your speech be always with grace, seasoned with salt, that ye may know how ye ought to answer every man." (Colossians 4:6) Nothing can still quite replace the immediate processing capabilities of natural human thought processes, but advanced technologies have provided a productive place for programmed software that produces voice activated text and commands.

Many uses for vocal programming systems are emerging for both business and personal use that make using a computer easier and more productive. Speech recognition software, however, is certainly not a replacement product for those who cannot or don't like to type! As with any system, there are glitches and techniques to learn before anyone can actually get the most out of a program and today, typing is a necessary skill almost as important as driving. Software that transmits and transcribes vocal commands can be very helpful for designated functions such as medical transcriptions, activating a computer desktop for multiple functions, and small business functions such as sending or receiving email, making documents and other applicable charts. Medical transcriptions are in a specialized field of vocal translation to text that requires highly accurate results and quick input.

Many health care professionals have traditionally hired professional transcriptionists to transcribe spoken medical data regarding patients. Transcribers have typically used transcription equipment that allows the person to hear the spoken word and then type the information into a document form. This can take hours of work and careful processing since medical information not only sounds different from doctor to doctor but medical language is in a class all its own with special spellings and abbreviations for medications and procedures. Up until recently, voice recognition software has not been able to meet the rigorous demands for accuracy and easy submission for acceptable text processing. Now, there are several programs that are available that specialize in meeting medical standards for thorough transcription procedures.

In fact, there is specific software available through several sources that is designed only for medical transcriptions. This provides the best that speech recognition software developers have to offer for this particular field. There are other types of programs that are available for other professions that make it easier for each field to find the right system. Some small businesses can benefit from a program that allows the user to produce word documents simply by the spoken voice. Email can be activated by voice command and received email is heard through a computerized internal vocal application. Word documents can also be read to the user through the same computerized application program. Surfing the Internet is extremely easy as well and simple vocal commands from the user will access websites by speaking aloud various links and web addresses.

Other variations of vocal programming systems are available as well that allow applications for home use. Voice recognition software allows complete control of a desktop simply by speaking to the computer. Many individuals that operate both home based businesses or want to enjoy the ease of Internet surfing can make good use of new vocal command computer technologies. Many of the various programs are configured for compatibility with either Windows or MAC and are also compatible with office software systems. Some options also are Internet ready, allowing the user immediate web access after installation. There are a few accessories needed in order to use speech software such as microphones, headset mikes, digital recorders and extra memory cards. For those who use medical transcriptions, digital recorders are an added accessory that is important to purchase with any software system.

Software packages are available for just about any requirement for a vocal transmission system and may be cheaper in the long run than purchasing each item separately. One of the most important accessories that anyone who uses speech recognition software needs is a good quality headset or microphone. Since recognition programs work best with clear, loud vocal transmissions, it is well worth the money to purchase a quality accessory. The type of use intended for a microphone will determine which is best. For transcriptionists that sit hours in front of a computer, a well supported headset mike may be best. Users that only periodically have need of voice recognition software may be completely satisfied with an external mike that is hand held or mounted on a stand. Whatever the preference for microphone equipment, the most important consideration is vocal output quality.

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