Handwriting Recognition For Internet-Connected Device ParaGraph has announced NetCalif client/server Natural Handwriting Recognition Kit. Employing the CalliGrapher(r) natural handwriting recognition technology on Internet and Intranet servers, NetCalif allows OEM's and service providers to instantly deliver natural handwriting recognition capabilities to any pen-enabled and Internet-connected appliance. The user's natural handwriting - cursive, print, or a combination of both - is captured by a compact client software, then transmitted from the Internet-connected device to the NetCalif servers where it is converted and returned as typewritten text to the device. The entire process is instantaneous and transparent to the user. The NetCalif service can be used by a broad range of devices including palm- and handheld-sized devices, smart phones, Web tablets or any other "thin client" products. NetCalif SDK includes: * NetCalif server for Windows NT, working through HTTP gateway * Documented, firewall transparent connection protocol * Developer's Guide * Sample JavaPad source code application, exemplifying the use of NetCalif remote handwriting recognition NetCalif Standard Features * Building on the industry standard CalliGrapher natural handwriting recognition technology, NetCalif provides users with the following core benefits: * Multiple recognition types - Allows users to write naturally in cursive, print or a mixture of both * Writer independent - Requires no user training or character memorization * Character Set - Recognizes Latin alphabet, numbers, standard punctuation and special symbols * Language - Includes a built-in dictionary of 65,000 English words and allows to use industry and user specific vocabularies An online demo of NetCalif remote recognition technology with a "JavaPad" Java(tm) client is available from the ParaGraph Web site at http://www.paragraph.com/javapad/JavPad.html. http://www.paragraph.com/javapad/JavPad.html Leonid Kitainik Web Design, Business, Internet, Web, ISP, graphics utilities, html, - (11/28/99) Back to the Topic Index