XML, the human voice becomes a substitute for a computer mouse and the spoken command for a click.

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On the plus side, having the ability to input commands through your voice enables you to actually initiate macros with spoken command.

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That allows the software to not just recognize a spoken command, but react differently based on where a user is and who the user knows, ask for clarification, and follow a long string of related commands.

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Every command spoken by a user is confirmed by a small feedback palette that floats off to the side of the open application.

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Excellent command of written and spoken English.

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