Computer program

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I would like to buy a computer program that checks sta"m and I'm looking for advice for which program to get and how to get it etc.

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  1. Avraham Chaim BloomenstielJanuary 10, 2013 at 11:56 AM

    Have you considered using the Vaad's checking system? It may be more affordable (the software can be a big layout upfront) and also helps to support the work of the Vaad. R' Shmiel Traube (on this forum - Bais HaStam) can provide you with a lot of practical info on using it, registering, etc.

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  2. AnonymousJanuary 10, 2013 at 12:31 PM

    I would love info on that too. As I am not a professional sofer, the investment for the software is cost-prohibitive.

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  3. Eli GutnickJanuary 10, 2013 at 6:35 PM

    most people who buy the program buy Tor's program called Tikkun Sofrim

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  4. Moshe Ber zirkindJanuary 11, 2013 at 12:05 AM

    how do i get this program?

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  5. Eli GutnickJanuary 11, 2013 at 2:33 AM

    I will be back in my office after shabbos, I will post their number then

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  6. Yossi DanzgerJanuary 13, 2013 at 5:46 PM

    There is a program called Keshet Hasofer and is produced by a sofer in Betar Ilit.

    It is reasonably priced and is designed for "as you go checking". They are very responsive to questions.
    It's not designed for checking an entire Sefer Torah at once but rather to catch any errors before you get too far along.

    Their website is keshethasofer.com

    (R' Eli - I apologize if the posting of websites is not permitted)

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  7. Eli GutnickJanuary 14, 2013 at 1:17 AM

    for the tikkun sofrim program i use - tel no 97239798090

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