For some tips on using the microphone with Dragon Professional Individual, go to www.dummies.com/goprofessionalindividual.

In this part …

When you’re working with voice recognition programs, you’re bound to run into snags along the way. See how to handle it when you dictate and nothing happens.

You need to save your sanity and time when dictating. Find out how to avoid forgetting to turn off the microphone when you aren't dictating.

Are you making voice commands that aren't being followed? I explain how to make sure the computer follows your instructions.

Your Dragon assistant seems to be inserting extra little words. Find out how to correct that and get her back on track.