This section lists some documents and services related to accessibility design.
Microsoft Windows Guidelines for Accessible Software Design
Describes techniques for developing software applications that are usable by people with disabilities. This document is included on the Microsoft Developer Network (MSDN) CD-ROM. To obtain additional copies or for information about other Microsoft products and services for people with disabilities, contact:
Microsoft Sales Information Center
One Microsoft Way
Redmond, WA 98052-6393
Voice: (800) 426-9400
Text Telephone: (800) 892-5234
Fax: (425) 635-6100
Research and Product Information
For information on research and development concerning technology, communication, and disabilities, or for catalogs of accessibility products and service providers, contact:
Trace Research and Development Center
Waisman Center and Department of Industrial Engineering
University of Wisconsin
Madison, WI 53705
E-mail: info@Trace.Wisc.Edu
Fax: (608) 262-8848
FTP, Gopher, and WWW servers: trace.wisc.edu
For a list of listserve discussions, send “LISTS” to listproc@trace.wisc.edu.
Documentation in Accessible Formats
Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic, Inc., is an organization that can assist in preparing documentation in accessible formats, including electronic text and audio tape. Contact:
Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic, Inc.
20 Roszel Road
Princeton, NJ 08540
Voice telephone: (800) 221-4792
Fax: (609) 987-8116
For a list of organizations that can assist in converting documentation into large print or Braille, contact the Microsoft Sales Information Center at the address listed above.
Assistive Technology Programs
For general information or recommendations for how computers can help specific users, consult a trained evaluator. An assistive technology program will provide referrals to programs and services that are available to you. To locate the assistive technology program nearest you, contact:
National Information System
Center for Developmental Disabilities
Midland Center
Education Building
8301 Sarrow Road
Columbia, SC 29203
Voice or text telephone: (803) 777-4435
Fax: (803) 935-5250
Closed Captioning and Video Description
The following service providers can assist in adding closed captions or video description to video tape and film:
The Caption Center
125 Western Avenue
Boston, MA 02134
Voice/text telephone: (617) 492-9225
Fax: (617) 562-0590
National Captioning Institute
5203 Leesburg Pike, Suite 1500
Falls Church, VA 22041