Visually Impaired Software

[Da Bears]

I have a friend (No really, it's not me) that has a sibling that is visually impaired. He is looking for some software that will help her to be able to use the computer. Does anyone have a recommendation? I've seen some, but the prices were outrageous. Any info would be greatly appreciated.

 

[Frank4d]

How visually impaired? If not blind or almost, check out the Accessibility Options (Control Panel > Accessibility Options) built in to Windows. Also check out http://www.microsoft.com/enable/at/default.aspx

If your friend is blind or nearly there, I know a couple of people who use JAWS software http://www.freedomscientific.com/fs_products/software_jaws.asp (and yes, it is expensive).

 

[Knotbored]

http://support.microsoft.com/kb/307773/en-us

OOps-this might duplicate the other site posted while I was looking MS site over. It describes some available magnifier, reader programs

 

[Squashman]

Yes, most the good products cost alot of money. I worked for a school district and we purchased Zoom Text Magnifier/Reader. I know it is alot of money but it was well worth it for some of the visually impaired students. Our Help Desk person's daughter was visually impaired and it was a godsend for her. I was totally impressed with what it did which is why we got it. It was well worth the money.

 

[gurutech]

I used to work with a blind guy (I'd say about 90% blind), who did helpdesk support in a call center. He used the JAWS program and it worked out for him.