Accessible World

Phil Vlasak, founder of one of the oldest companies dedicated to developing blind
accessible games, will review the past present and future of blind friendly computer
games during the next Tek Talk event. This will include a description of the text
only games in the past up through the surround sound windows games of today and then
review predictions of what developments are next in the gaming industry.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from a gaming expert all about the world of
accessible fun and entertainment.
Contact: Phil Vlasak, President, PCs games.
www.pcsgames.net

Imagine for a moment that nothing in your house is labeled in braille. Or maybe you
don't have to imagine it! Do you reach in the fridge for some orange juice and grab
the milk carton instead? Ever sprinkle some cinnamon on your French toast - but it's
cayenne pepper instead? And are you wearing your new maroon silk top, or the one
with the plaid pattern that clashes with almost every pair of pants you own? These
examples may be extreme, but think about it - are you expending more mental energy
on identifying things than you would like?

Presenter: Amy Ruell, President, Visually Impaired Computer User Group, Massachusetts.
Email: aruell@comcast.net
Web: www.vibug.org
Did you know that a personal digital assistant (PDA) is almost like holding a feature-rich
laptop in the palm of your hand?
Are you aware that with proper training a blind computer user can quickly learn to
use the many features of this powerful, totally accessible device?
To hear for yourself, plan now to attend the next TekTalk Internet online training
event when Amy Ruell, an extremely knowledgeable computer user, will demonstrate

Presenter: Michael McCarty, Expert Database Coordinator
http://www.fredshead.info
American Printing House for the Blind
http://www.aph.org
Direct Tel: 502-899-2396
APH Phone: 502-895-2405
Toll Free: 800-223-1839
Email: mmccarty@aph.org
.Do you know where to find the most comprehensive accumulation of computer related
tips, techniques, tutorials, in-depth articles, and resources for and by blind or
visually impaired people?
Do you know who sponsors this collection and how long it has been in existence?

With the increased interest in accessing computers with Braille displays, we have
invited Larry Lewis, President of Flying Blind LLC, to demonstrate the functionality
and practical uses of Optelec's recently released Alva Braille Controller 640.
Since Optelec began shipping this 6th generation of Alva Braille displays within
the United States in June 2008, customers have been experiencing the feature-rich
functionality present within this state-of-the-art, wireless Braille solution.
Lewis, who has extensive experience both using and representing a wide array of wireless

Excitement is running high among the Friends of Bookshare and Accessible World supporters
in anticipation of Friday's special program that will focus on the several ways to
transfer files to the Victor Reader Stream. Assistive Technology Trainer Ann Parsons
will facilitate the session and as this reminder was being prepared we learned that
Don Barrett, recognized advanced computer user, will provide specific training on
the many features of the Companion 2.0. He will demonstrate how easy it is to use
this powerful tool to transfer a variety of files including Bookshare, NLS digital

As we approach the first anniversary of the Victor Reader Stream, Accessible World
Tech Talk wants to hear from Stream users. Monday August 25 we will host a user forum
for the Victor Reader Stream. We invite you to tell us your story. What has the Stream
done to change the way you access information? How and why do you use your Stream?
How has it changed your life as a student, working age adult, or how do you just
plain have fun with it? Have you used it for unusual purposes that perhaps others
have not thought of? Do you have tips and tricks to share with your fellow Stream

Attendees of this week's Tek Talk online training will have the unique opportunity
to learn about two products that work together to make computer use more accessible
for the blind and partially sighted. Sound interesting? Read On!
The Firefox browser, when used with a new add on, Webvisum, has significantly increased
Internet accessibility. The feature that has attracted the most attention is Webvisum's
ability to solve captchas with no sighted assistance. If you have been kept from
participating in forums, from working fully with Yahoo Groups, or are tired of the

Discussing new technology is something Jonathan Mosen enjoys and does very well.
As Vice President of Blindness Hardware Product Management at Freedom Scientific,
he has been invited to share information with the Tek Talk virtual audience this
week on the new features of PAC Mate Omni 6..1
Attendees will learn that the PAC Mate Omni Accessible Pocket PC is available with
or without refreshable Braille, and in Braille and qwerty input versions. Out of
the box, it contains a wide range of essential tools for school and work use, but

Are you still looking for that easy to use, affordable and accessible CD burning
software?
Yur search may be over when you listen to Dean Martineau, internationally recognized
leader in the technology field, describe how to use CD Burner XP this week on Tek
Talk, an Accessible World online interactive training event.
Named the editor's choice for products of its category on the Gizmo's Tech Support
Alert page, this totally free application makes it possible to create all types of
CDs and DVDs, including Blu-Ray and HD-DVDs and ISOs .
Contact: Dean Martineau, Top Dot Enterprises.