Assistive Technology:
Assistive technology is technology used by individuals with disabilities in order to perform or improve functions that might otherwise be difficult or impossible.
Assistive technology can include mobility devices such as walkers and wheelchairs, as well as hardware, software, and peripherals that assist people with disabilities in accessing computers or other information technologies. Through the use of assistive technology people can keep working or regain employment. Assistive technology in the work place can range from a simple pointing device to a sophisticated screen reading program.
Assistive Technology Articles
In the column to the right is a complete list of assistive technology articles for businesses from the AccessibleTech.org Resource Library, arranged by topic. Select any of the following topic groups to jump quickly to a particular topic list. Select any article title to view the article.