Lingvosoft provides Chinese simplified translation software for Windows. You can download trial versions, to see what works best for you. The software packages fall into these basic categories:

• Chinese Simplified Talking Dictionary (just under $50). This is what most people are looking for. Load this on your machine, and you have a virtual translation device. It delivers instant bi-directional translation of all the words and phrases in its massive database.  

• Chinese Simplified Phrasebooks (just under $50). Have the power of 14,000 travel-oriented phrases at your fingertips! You can instantly translate in either direction, too. This software features advanced speech recognition and crystal-clear output of native-speaker voice narration.  

• Chinese Simplified Suites(from just under $100 to just under $150). A suite equips you with advanced applications for all of your devices. Fully-integrated and compatible with the most popular MS Office applications (Word, Internet Explorer and Excel), it extends the functionality of your existing word processing and internet tools with the added benefit of instant translation.