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Assistive Technology

The East Library provides an Assistive Technology workstation for visually impaired, blind, physically disabled, and learning impaired patrons.

The workstation includes:

  • Adjustable table and wrist rests
  • Large-print keyboard
  • Track ball mouse
  • Headphones and microphone
  • Speakers
  • Scanner.

Programs available include:

  • JAWS: Screen reader for blind and low vision users
  • Magic: Screen magnifier
  • Dragon NaturallySpeaking: Voice recognition program. The user can control the computer by speaking to it.
  • OpenBook: Scanning/reading program. Printed material can be scanned and converted to synthesized speech.
Assistive Technology at PPLD

The Assistive Technology workstation is located at East Library, 5550 N. Union Blvd. Colorado Springs, CO 80918.
For more information, please call Sally MacNeill at 531-6333, x1371.