Ah, these are good questions, thanks. Trying to limit use of my hands where I can. My needs in approx order are: 1) Writing emails, website copy, other text etc 2) Web surfing 3) Control of computer functions. Although I'm an experienced Mac user I have less than average patience with programs that are hard to install, unreliable in general etc. Not sure if that's relevant here or not. Price isn't a consideration really, just looking for the best experience. Thanks in advance for any thoughts! Phil >What are you hoping to accomplish with voice recognition? I guess I'm >asking what will you be using voice recognition primarily for? Typing e- >mail? Surfing the Web? Transcription of previously recorded audio files >into text? Hands-free control of your computer? Depending on the answer >to these questions it will be easier for someone on this list to >recommend a product.