Assistive technology (AT)

Assistive technology (AT) is any item, piece of equipment, software program, or product system used to increase, maintain, or improve the functional capabilities of persons with disabilities.

NVDA – Non-Visual Desktop Access (is a free, open-source) 

People with disabilities can make use of both hardware and software solutions known as assistive technologies to access digital resources. 

Screen Readers

Screen readers – used to listen to the content of a webpage.

Screen Magnification Software

Screen magnification software - used to enlarge screen content to make it easier to read for users with a partial sight impairment.

Alternative Input Devices

Alternative input devices - an alternative to the typical mouse and keyboard interaction for users with physical or cognitive impairment.

They include:

• Head pointers

• Motion tracking or eye tracking

• Single-switch entry devices

• Large-print and tactile keyboards

• Speech input software