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Online Translations Software
Saeculii Professional Translation Service reviews a variety of the latest online translations software to help our customers choose
the package that is right for their linguistics needs. New online translations software packages are released all the time, and
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The key to choosing the right online translations software package is planning ahead. Purchasing a product that is not right for
your foreign language needs will be a waste of money. The primary issue to determining the right package is considering what you
need the software for and who will be using it. Consider what language combinations you will require. Available file formats and
compatibility with existing word processors are other important issues that you should consider.
The major translation software categories are listed below. Follow the links for a more detailed review to help you determine the
right package for your foreign language needs.
Machine Translation (MT)
Machine translation software is a computer program that analyses text in a source language (English), and produces the equivalent
text in a target language (Japanese) without human intervention. Machine translation is useful in fields with highly limited ranges
of vocabulary and simple sentence structure. Pre-editing and a post-editing by a human translator is required. Simply stated,
a human translator supports the machine. An example of online translations employing machine translation technology
can be seen at
Babelfish.
Computer-Assisted Translation (CAT)
Computer-assisted translation software is also referred to as machine-assisted or machine-aided translation software. Human
translators use CAT software to support and facilitate the translation process. That is, the machine assists the human
translator. Typically, a CAT program assists the translator by drawing from a translation memory (database) of previously
translated words and phrases. The translator can accept or reject the suggestion. CAT is a vague term that incorporates word
processing applications, terminology and dictionary databases, and translation memory tools to name a few.
Translation Project Management
Translators need a strict project management procedure and tools to track jobs received from clients. This includes storage of source
documents and translated files, elimination of technical mistakes, and supporting the translation work process. Employing the right
tools is an integral part of project management. Microsoft Excel makes for very time consuming administration at this level of detail.
Specialized translation project management tools provide the ability to see everything at a glance: how much work has been done for
each particular customer; payments received (or overdue); the status of the accounts, and the issuing of professional, customize
invoices.
Electronic Dictionaries, Speech Interpreters & Voice Translators
Innovation in hardware speeds and storage capacity is turning what was once a novelty item into a serious multi-directional
language translation software. Text-to-speech and speech-to-speech recognition technology shifts the burden from the user to the
application. This class of translation hardware and software is suitable for handheld devices such as PDAs, and for your regular
operating system. Frequent travelers and professionals in international situations, such as medical staff, legal experts, law
enforcement and military personnel, will find this software useful. Students of language and translation also benefit from built-in
language studying aids.
Word Processing
Multilingual Word-processors provide a cost effective alternative to creating a foreign language specific operating system
environment for your foreign language needs. These next general editors come with standard word processor functions, and many
include advanced features such as text-to-speech function and hand-writing recognition input. In addition, multilingual
dictionary and character conversion add-ons provide valuable learning tools.
Translation Utilities and Tools
This category of translation software contains a variety of useful utilities and tools for businesses and translators. The category
is organized by software product.
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