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Reducing Barriers to Online Access for People with Disabilities.

Authors :
Lazar, Jonathan
Jaeger, Paul
Source :
Issues in Science & Technology. Winter2010, Vol. 27 Issue 2, p68-82. 15p. 9 Color Photographs.
Publication Year :
2010

Abstract

The article discusses the government approaches to improve online access for people with disabilities in the U.S. It highlights the barriers faced by disabled people in accessing the Internet, including inaccessible websites for low vision or blind people, government obstacles and limited understanding of the Internet. It explains the promising efforts of the government agencies in slating laws related to online accessibility and increasing access to the information, communication, and services.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
07485492
Volume :
27
Issue :
2
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Issues in Science & Technology
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
58488071