Knowing Who Needs Inclusive Communications Technologies
Reducing the Divide: Web Site Accessibility
It is easy to overlook a key aspect of the Internet — that websites
themselves must be accessible and usable by people with disabilities.
Key components of good design include:
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Content designed for the greatest number of users.
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Availability of accessible Web browsers and media players and other "user agents" that interact with the pages.
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Availability of assistive technology such as screen readers, alternative keyboards, switches and scanning software, typically used by people with vision disabilities.
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Consideration of users' knowledge, experiences and adaptive strategies when they use the Web.
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Awareness of accessibility concerns and issues by designers, coders, authors, and others who contribute content.
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