As more jobs require at least some Web access, both users and those creating sites are focused on ways to make surfing possible for everyone. On the user side, Flash Player is being augmented with accessibility options. By year's end, the company said, those with disabilities will more easily view pages built with Macromedia's Flash program. Within days of the announcement of availability, thousands accessed the software. She said several factors are driving the increased interest in accessibility.
Most companies care about the user's experience on their site.
Moreover, even with a government mandate for accessibility, more activism could be expected. That's already happened with AOL and others. Reprinted with permission CMP Media, EETimes. All rights reserved.