Masafumi NAKANE1
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In the first part of the presentation, key concepts that are essential in order to understand the Windows system are introduced. These include the Desktop, windows, folders and files, shortcuts, etc.
The second part of the presentation focuses on the technologies used to enable the visually impaired to use computers. Some of major software and hardware technologies are introduced, along with important facts about computer usage by people with visual impairment. It is extremely important to have good understanding of these facts in order to give efficient instructions to visually impaired users.
The final part of the presentation illustrates how braille transcribing systems work. The topics include the basics of braille, necessary information in order to connect braille embossers to computers, and how braille transcribing software works.