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Computer Specs Questions - Amy
Posted: Nov 09, 2013
Recently unemployed from a hospital which paid hourly and supplied computer, footpedal, etc. I recently interviewed for a job with a service and my computer does not meet the required specifications. They did send me their required specs. I was wondering if I posted what the specs are could someone tell me if I purchase this, would it work for any other company. I passed this company's employment test without a foot pedal. Can someone recommend a foot pedal that would be compatible with any transcription program?
Windows XP or Windows 7(64 or 32 bit) system compatible. Windows 8 – it is not compatible.
- 3-4 GB or more of RAM Memory
- 2.8 GHz or higher Processor
- 10 GB or more of available disk space (at least)
- High speed cable or DSL only (satellite and wireless ISPs not compatible)
WORD REQUIREMENTS
Microsoft Word 2007 – Standard, Professional, Professional Plus, Enterprise, Ultimate, Small Business or Standalone
Microsoft Word 2010 – Standard, Professional, Professional Plus, Ultimate, Small Business, Enterprise or Standalone
Do not purchase Home and Student, Student and Teacher, Academic, starter or trial versions.
NOTE: There are several websites offering Word (Google Word 2007 or Word 2010) or check local computer stores.
No such thing as a pedal that's compatible with ''any'' platform - Infinity IN-USB-2 would be compatible with most.
[ In Reply To ..]The computer specs look good for most platforms/companies I know of (but not necessarily all). Good luck finding a Windows 7 computer (you could try Craigslist for something used/refurbed, which is my plan when I upgrade my XP computer here, or you could buy Windows 7 and totally reformat another computer). I would probably not go more recent than Word 2007, some platforms are not even compatible with 2010.
specs - NK
[ In Reply To ..]You can find a computer with Windows 7 at Dell and Amazon. Windows 8 probably isn't a good idea yet. Probably all new computers have the other specs you listed. As far as foot pedals, you should wait until you know what platform you'll be using before buying one. You probably should wait for Word, too. Not all platforms use Word and use an embedded word processing program, so it's possible you won't need it.
Computer Specs Questions - Amy
[ In Reply To ..]Thanks for answering the questions. Much appreciated.
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