The Clearinghouse on Computer Accommodations in Washington has published a new handbook that describes how to create and support an accessible information management system. The free guidebook describes how to shop for computers that can easily accept adaptive equipment, and describes how to use assistive technology to overcome information barriers. The Able Inform bulletin board offers the nearly comprehensive Abledata database of assistive technology that can be searched online free of charge. The system hosts conference areas and electronic mail for their subscribers. Numerous files are also available for downloading free of charge.
Internet users can also access the bulletin board.
Once there, type dd115, which will take the user to the dial-out menu. SNAP features system integration of both mainstream and adaptive hardware and software, as well as training and extended technical support. Realizing the need for job site engineering in the private and public sector, SNAP works with everyone from individuals to large federal agencies, offering complete turnkey packages for the disabled end user. SNAP also sells both mainstream and adaptive systems, and will thus take responsibility for the complete system package. The program works with all disabilities, and in all regions of the United States.