A. Screen Reader (Built-in to Windows, & Stand-alone software)
Provides alternative computer / Internet access by reading text content in files and on the web.  May assist people with visual / blindness, speech (proper pronunciation), learning (multi-modal learning), or language needs (ESL, perhaps).

YES for Visual

YES for Blind

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YES for Speech

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YES for Learning

YES for Language

B. Language Translator (some limited services in "Language Tools" in Google)
Language-text translator used with screen reader / text speech, and OCR scanning sofware. 

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YES for Learning

YES for Language

C. Windows Magnifier Software (Built-In Windows)
Provides alternative computer/Internet access by enlarging text & graphics on the computer screen.

YES for Visual

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YES for Learning

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D. Windows Accessibility Option/Wizard (Built-In Windows)
Adjusts typing and mouse control user settings for visual, auditory, and dexterity needs.

YES for Visual

YES for Blind

YES for Hearing

YES for Deaf

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YES for Movement

YES for Learning

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E. Windows Screen        Icon/Font/Color/Background (Built-In Windows)
Windows visual function controls: Sets icon size, contrast, color, cursor and word processor font enlargement.

YES for Visual

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YES for Learning

YES for Language

F. Speech Recognition Software (Speech-to-Text) (Built-In Windows XP Word & functional with Windows 2000 & XP).
Provides alternative voice-directed typing, cursor control and auditory feedback for visual, mobility, learning needs; also language-specific voice typing, cursor control and audio feedback.

YES for Visual

YES for Blind

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YES for Movement

YES for Learning

YES for Language

G. Word Prediction and Text-to-Speech Software (Built-In to screen reader with Microsoft Word product)
Provides alternative typing and word construction controls with audio feedback for movement, speech and learning needs; Language-specific functions can be developed.

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YES for Speech

YES for Movement

YES for Learning

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H. OCR Scanning (Print-to-Electronic Text) (Necessary component of Accessible IT --- not part of Window's software)
Provides alternative electronic text conversion of printed materials for computer access with screen viewing, CD storage and/or auditory feedback (such as via screen reader) and provides alternative to typing for visual, movement and learning/language needs.

YES for Visual

YES for Blind

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YES for Movement

YES for Learning

YES for Language

I. Small One-Handed Keyboard
Provides alternative (single-handed) typing and cursor controls for computer / Internet access for movement needs.

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YES for Movement

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J. Expanded Type Keyboard
Designed for fine motor needs to assist with two and/or one hand typing on a large area with keys.

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YES for Movement

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K. Standard Keyboard
Common use of standard keyboard for use by persons who are blind or have certain movement needs.

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YES for Blind

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YES for Movement

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L. 17-19 inch Touch Screen Overlay with Monitor (Necessary component of Accessible IT --- not part of Window's software)
Provides alternative (screen) typing and cursor controls for computer/Internet access for Mobility limitations; use of cusor mouse and onscreen typing controls; and visual/learning uses of cursor mouse control with screen reader audio feedback reading of screen information.

YES for Visual

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YES for Movement

YES for Learning

YES for Language

M. Trackball Mouse
Provides alternative cursor controls for computer / Internet access for people with movement needs; provides ergonomics with control area for mouse.

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YES for Movement

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N. Adjustable Doc. Holder/ Monitor Stand/Adjustable Tray
Tray should be mounted to desk bottom no less than 27"-to-floor. Provides access to reading documents for people with visual or movement needs.

YES for Visual

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YES for Movement

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O. Gel Pad
Provides ergonomics for assisting with mobility wrist and hand controls with using of keyboard and mouse controls.

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YES for Movement

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P. Headset
For private audio with listening device, screen/text reader and voice recognition audio feedback; plugs into sound card mini-port.

YES for Visual

YES for Blind

YES for Hearing

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YES for Movement

YES for Learning

YES for Language

Q. Assistive Listening Device for meetings; phone amplification
Alternative audio amplification of meeting dissussions for Hard of Hearing and for computer, as well as for video / TV technologies. Used with neck loop for hearing aid users. Also can amplify phone conversations with head set in public area.

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YES for Hearing

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R. FM Neck Loop
For use by hearing aid users with assistive listening device.

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YES for Hearing

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S. TTY/TDD with public use phones or interpersonal comms
Provides alternative text telephonic and interpersonal exchanges for deafness and speech needs (using public access phones, or for meetings).

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YES for Hearing

YES for Deaf

YES for Speech

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