Features
-
License:
Free to try; $19.95 to buy
- Editor's Rating:
- Average User Rating:
-
Downloads:
9,556
- Operating Systems:
Windows 95, Windows Me, Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows NT, Windows 98
- Additional Requirements:
Windows 95/98/Me/NT/2000/XP
- Limitations:
Some words disabled
- Date Added:
July 19, 2004
-
Previous Versions:
Publisher's description of Talking Maritime Encyclopedia
From SEAWISDOM:You always have been fascinated by the seas and ships. You always have wanted to know more about them. Learn all about the seas and ships and learn it well. Listen to the Talking Maritime Encyclopedia. It is a software program with maritime words and their explanations with associated diagrams. A character Mari is the guide who speaks the words and their meanings to you. This software in Visual Basic is very easy to use, very attractive, and is intended for all associated with the sea and its crafts.
Editor's review of Talking Maritime Encyclopedia
stars
- "Talking Maritime Encyclopedia"
- Version reviewed: Talking Maritime Encyclopedia 1.0
If you love the ocean, you ought to enjoy Talking Maritime Encyclopedia. The program presents hundreds of nautical terms, from A.B. (able-bodied seaman) to Zulu time (another term for GMT). You can search the entire database or browse by letter. An animated character named Mari reads the written definitions out loud in a British voice. Mari's diction isn't very smooth, and sometimes she asks how she can help without providing a way for the user to answer. You easily can hide and show her from the system-tray icon.
You can find many definitions in a regular dictionary, but in most cases this program provides more specific information. For example, you know posh means wealthy, but did you know it started as an acronym for the way rich British people traveled by sea (port outward, starboard homeward)? We would like to see the ability to view grouped terms, such as all the flags or all the knots. The program takes quite a while to install because it includes Microsoft Agent, the agent file Vrgirl, and a Lernout & Hauspie voice. Talking Maritime Encyclopedia appeals to sailors and aspiring seafarers.
More popular Miscellaneous Home Software downloads
- 2,846 downloads 1. Kundli for Windows
- 2,104 downloads 2. Bluetooth File Sender
- 2,040 downloads 3. Anti Mosquito Software
- 1,888 downloads 4. Kundli for Windows Pro
- 1,182 downloads 5. MB Janam Kundali
- See all Miscellaneous Home Software downloads
User reviews
- Average user rating: 0 stars Not yet available
- My rating: 0 stars Write review
-
Showing 1 of 1 user reviewSee 1 user review
This software version | All versions -
Version: Talking Maritime Encyclopedia 1.0
"Great idea, but primative and bare bones."
Pros: It is easy to use, and has a funny little cartoon woman.
Cons: The woman's voice is vintage 1970 technology, the definitions are sufficient, but not what I would call comprehensive. Woman could be more attractive. No ocean sounds or music. I'm very sad now.
- See 1 user review Write review
Submit your review
You must be 13 years of age or older to submit personal information to CNET Networks. In compliance with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act of 1998, CNET Networks does not accept name and e-mail address information from users who are under 13 years of age.
All submitted ratings and written comments become the sole property of CNET Networks, Inc. (CNET) and may be used at CNET Networks' sole discretion. Ratings and written comments are generally posted within two to four business days in batch groups, not in real time. However, CNET Networks reserves the right to remove or refuse to post any submission for any reason. You acknowledge that you, not CNET Networks, are responsible for the contents of your submission.
CNET Networks is not responsible for the content of the publisher's descriptions or user reviews on this site. We encourage you to determine whether this product or your intended use is legal. We do not encourage or condone the use of any software in violation of applicable laws. CNET Download.com does not sell, resell, or license any of the products listed on the site. We cannot be held liable for issues that arise from the download or use of these products.
