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Try this out---alternative text entry system

I just read about this free software on the qiat listserve and thought I would give it a try. Dasher is a free software that allows for text entry by using one continuous motion of the mouse. Think of it as driving through a dictionary. By "steering" the mouse you can zoom in on a word or letter. It's tricky, but I can see the potential for people who can't manipulate a keyboard. It is even available for eye gaze users. See what you think. Enjoy the "gaming" experience.

Download the free Dasher program at:
http://www.inference.phy.cam.ac.uk/dasher/

Don't forget to download the tutorial too. You'll need it!!

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