Access Technology Lab

The Access Technology Lab (ATL) provides resources to improve access to computing resources for University of Washington students, faculty, and staff. The computers, software, and special equipment in the lab provide

• access for blind users via speech output or braille;
• magnification of the screen for people with low vision;
• alternatives to the standard keyboard and mouse;
• use of speech recognition software as a writing tool;
• tools to make the reading and writing process easier;
• accessories to make computer use more comfortable; and
• the capability to create and produce documents in alternative formats such as e-text, braille, large print, etc. (see more information about Braille services)

In addition to the technology described above, the lab staff can provide

• an introduction to access technology;
• advice on how best to meet an individual's particular needs;
• basic training and documentation on the hardware and software available in the lab; and
• accessible electronic resource design consulting and testing

The ATL is located in the Mary Gates Hall Computing Resource Center (CRC). There are also machines with specialized hardware and software located on the second floor of the Odegaard Undergraduate Library (OUGL). Accessible workstations are also located in other locations.

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