
Voice or speech recognition programs allow the user to dictate information into the computer through a microphone and, to varying degrees, control the computer by voice. With some training the latest software allows the user to dictate information directly into the computer naturally with very high accuracy rates. People with speech impediments will have to spend more time training but can achieve excellent recognition.
Most programs will operate within email, word processor or other programs and allow voice-controlled editing, formatting and navigation around the document, with spelling, training and correction functions also voice controlled.