Text to Speech programs

I have a HP TouchSmart 520 and I have a two text to speech programs downloaded on my computer. However, I don't have sound on these programs. I did in the past before I did an update sometime ago. Can someone help me with this issue?

Hello Gwenna,
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I understand that your two text to speech applications do not have audio and that they did, but after an update no longer do. I would be happy to assist you, but first I would encourage you to post your product number for your computer. I am linking an HP Support document below that will show you how to find your product number. As well, if you could indicate which operating system you are using. And whether your operating system is 32-bit or 64-bit as with this and the product number I can provide you with accurate information.
How Do I Find My Model Number or Product Number?
Which Windows operating system am I running?
Is the Windows Version on My Computer 32-bit or 64-bit?
Please re-post with the requested information and I would be happy to provide you with assistance. Thank you for posting on the HP Forums. Have a great day!
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> In my project, I have imported some Powerpoint slides
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> add a narration feature to them. From my reading, I
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> options. The first is to use a text to speech engine to
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> Some of the questions I have concerning this are: -
> 1) How would I be able to turn it off and on as
required?
> 2) How do I substitute a voice of my own choosing to do
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> of Microsoft Sam
>
> The second option involves importing WAV files and
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> format . My questions are: -
> 1) How do I create WAV files in the first place from
Powerpoint files or the
> existing authoware files I have created? Is there a
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> 2)What are dangers in using this approach?
> 3) How do I turn the narration on and off as required.
>
> I would appreciate your help
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