Computer and Adaptive Aids
In these modern times Computers are an essential piece of equipment for most people, but they are even more important Assistive Devices for persons with disabilities, including persons with Mobility Impairments. With the advent of the Internet and the multitude of businesses supported online, one’s imagination is the only limit. You can do just about anything from your home computer, including operating a business, doing research, socializing, listening to music, watching TV, movies, playing games, reading books, purchasing products, doing banking and taking part in discussions. Therapeutic treatments and support groups are even available on-line through your computer.
Many persons with Mobility Impairments turn to computers to assist them in the tasks mentioned above and there are a number of Assistive Devices & adaptions available to purchase which make almost any computer accessible for anyone to use.
The availability of this computer equipment and Assistive Devices is increasing thanks to various Organizations and Companies such as Edit Microsystems who have made concerted efforts to make sure that this equipment is easily available for persons with disabilities in South Africa.
To find out more about these Computers, Electronic Aids and Assistive Devices and the companies or organizations that provide them, please read the article below OR click on the shortcut links provided alongside.
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1. Choosing A Computer: Desktop vs Laptop vs Tablets
2. Monitors
3. Keyboards and Alternatives
i) Types of Keyboards
ii) Typing Without a Keyboard
– On Screen Keyboard
– Switch Input Buttons
– Eye and Head Tracking Systems
iii) Voice Recognition Software
4. Other Software
5. Mouse Alternatives
6. Touchpads
7. Joysticks
8. Pen Mice, Graphics Tablets and Foot Mouse
9. Accessibility Tools and Resources
– Disability Answer Desk
– Keyboard Shortcuts
– Mouse Keys
8. Typing Sticks, Mouth Sticks and Head Pointers