IBM Launches Social Accessibility Project

IBM has long been dedicated to investigative work in the disability space, as evidenced by improvements in multimedia browsing and the aDesigner disability simulator. Yesterday, Ars Technica reported that the company has launched a new initiative intended to make the Web more accessible for users who rely on screen readers.

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Posted at 2pm on 07/09/08 | no comments | Filed Under: Prototyping, Social Technology, Web Accessibility

Second Life for the Disabled

During the past several weeks, I've undergone a rather unscientific study of virtual worlds users. Of particular interest has been the use of Second Life among people with some form of a disability.

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Posted at 3am on 07/07/08 | no comments | Filed Under: Virtual Worlds and Accessibility

About Anikto LLC

Named after the Greek word for “open,” the purpose of Anikto is to provide user-centered web accessibility services across multiple disciplines and vertical markets. The company operates as a firm evangelist for universal design principles, endorsing the creation of highly utile media that benefits users and meets stakeholder objectives.