How do people access the Web?
You could be forgiven if your initial answer to that question is Dialup, Broadband or Mobile. For most, its a case of simply “turn it on”, but for others its more that than.
I’ve heard people say “the Web is my lively-hood”. But, for some, reliance on the Web is much more than that. Some people believe accessibility is about giving Deaf/Blind people access to information on their Web site.
In the video below you’ll get a better understanding for how some use the Web. You’ll see a woman who runs the house hold, ordering groceries, managing the bank balance, paying all the bills and in her spare time, helping her hubby. She also finds the time to keep in touch with friends. She plays a pivot role in the house hold.
Marie has Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) a.k.a Motor Neurone Disease (MND) and credits the computer for saving her life. Marie uses SwitchXS to access her computer, KeyStrokes for word prediction and Proloquo for communication.
This is just one of many examples of how some people access the Web, more to come.
Marie uses SwitchXS to access her computer, KeyStrokes for word prediction and Proloquo for communication.
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It’s always good to see technology making advancements for disabled people.
I’m happy to see that other types of disabilities are receiving attention. I can’t tell you how often I hear accessibility be associated with blind people and screen readers.
@Tom couldn’t agree more and no disrespect. Companies/owners and decision makers need to start thinking out side the box. They have to be told and usually when they understand the see accessibility in a different light.