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The increasingly popular term "assistive technology," when applied to computers, describes a variety of products and strategies that modify or replace standard monitors, keyboards, mice, and applications. These can make computer use easier not just for Boomers, seniors, and people with disabilities, but also for anyone who finds default computer configurations inefficient or uncomfortable. You may be required by law to have assistive technology as part of your computer environment, and you may also need to implement it in response to the specific needs of patrons and employees. Some solutions are free and quick to set up and learn; others require more consideration to determine whether they will be both helpful and cost-effective. As an experienced consultant, writer, and practitioner in the assistive computer technology field, I can help you both determine the appropriate assistive technology for your environment and handle related issues such as fair use, training, and publicizing availability.
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