Computer-Dependent Services for Blind Persons

In: Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, Band 70, Heft 7, S. 308-309

Abstract

The computer can play an important role in providing the assistance needed by blind persons in order to be competitive in educational and vocational settings. Computer Services for the Blind is now attempting the development of three kinds of assistance: the ARTS system, the transcription of print to braille, and the production of tacto-graphic displays. Although the time-sharing capability of modern computers should ultimately make the provision of computer-dependent assistance economical, the initial costs of development and deployment are high. Current prospects for obtaining funds to meet developmental costs are not promising and CSB has no assurance of the continuing support it would need for the development that must precede the economic deployment of assistance.