Assistive Technology Products

Individuals with physical and cognitive difficulties can use third-party assistive technology (AT) products to use computers more easily and effectively. Many AT products, including multiple screen readers, will be available on Windows Vista. Be sure to check with your AT manufacturer before upgrading if you have concerns. Assistive technology products include:

  • Alternative input devices

  • Speech and voice recognition software

  • Screen readers

  • Screen magnifiers and screen enlargers

  • On-screen keyboards

  • Other types of hardware and software

At the time of writing this Resource Kit, more than 300 AT products were compatible with Windows. To learn whether or not a specific AT product is compatible with Windows Vista, go to http://www.microsoft.com/enable/at/ ...

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