Hi Stephen, I have instructions on changing how jaws starts. When ever I get a new version I change the announcement to say what version it is, the time, date and I have even added in a few other things. Like Hello Shannon. I have the instructions on how to do this if you want I can send them to you off list, just let me know. Shannon ----- Original Message ----- From: stephen faill To: jfw@xxxxxxxxxxxxx Sent: Wednesday, July 22, 2009 8:29 AM Subject: statement when jaws starts hello list. does anyone know of a way to change what jaws says when windows xp starts? currently it says jaws for windows is ready. can this be changed to a statement of my choice? all help is appreciated. Stephen faill