Author Archives: Kathy Dawson



Work Out Your TCO Beforehand To Help Decide Which Printer To Use

Apr 6th, 2012 • Featured Author: Kathy Dawson  • 

Go through answer sites or discussion forums nowadays and you will find all sorts of opinions on which printer to use or buy. Every user has their own set of tasks in mind for their printer. These are the things to consider in computing the TCO. While these opinionated people are well-meaning, each individual user has particular needs, budgets and expectations that are specific to that user.

It Is Better To Use An Original Ink Cartridge On Entry-Level Printers

Feb 11th, 2012 • Featured Author: Kathy Dawson  • 

For low-volume usage, an original ink cartridge is a better purchase. Refills can dry out and clog printer heads if they are only used occasionally. Using an original cartridge ensures that a rarely-used printer will be ready to go anytime. An original ink cartridge will provide the expected consistency and quality from the 1st page to the 400th page.

How Subtitling and Captioning Works

Feb 4th, 2012 • Featured Author: Kathy Dawson  • 

Subtitling and captioning are so common nowadays and can be seen on commercials, pictures or videos on the web. Creating good subtitles and captions though, is an entirely different story and can be a rather challenging task. Captions in audio and video can also be used on shirt designs and on other merchandise like mugs.

How Automated Telephone Systems Allow Call Centres to Provide Reliable Services

Jan 28th, 2012 • Featured Author: Kathy Dawson  • 

The technology used by modern ivr services must be precise and sophisticated. However, the secret lies in the programming, with the development of voice browsers and VXML formatting making automated speech technology a reality. This article looks at the role that VXML and voice browsers have played in the development of reliable automated telephone systems and services.

How Subtitling and Teletext Insertion Software is Helping to Meet Modern TV Demands

Aug 26th, 2011 • Featured Author: Kathy Dawson  • 

TV has retained its place as a key source of entertainment in the home despite a rapidly changing media world. However, it is specially designed software that is allowing broadcasters meet the challenges provided by modern viewer demands. This article looks at the way in which new and simpler to use software is ensuring that viewers are getting what they need and want from broadcasters.