Accessible World

An Overview of an Accessible Leopard by Jim Denham
The latest version of the Macintosh operating system, OS X 10.5, includes some incredible
accessibility features.
For users who are blind, the built-in VoiceOver screen review software offers a whole
new way to use the Mac.
This powerful tool offers features such as refreshable Braille support, an extensive
help system and reliable access to many popular Macintosh applications.
For the past several years, all Macintosh computers have shipped with an Intel based
processor.
This hardware platform allows the machine to run non-Apple operating systems, including
Microsoft Windows.
Apple even provides a utility, called Bootcamp, that allows the user to easily switch
between operating systems.
This dual operating system
environment is a great solution for individuals who want to use both Mac and Windows
on the same machine.
The Tek Talk session to be held on 13 April will introduce users to the powerful
screen review software included with all versions of Macintosh Leopard.
The powerful Navigation and help features of VoiceOver and the Mac will be demonstrated.
The session will also include information for sighted trainers who need to provide
instruction to persons who are blind on the Mac.
Finally, the ability to easily and efficiently switch between the Mac and Windows
operating systems will be shown.