Accessible IT

Every People's Network PC has Supernova software enabling text magnification and voice output, in addition every library has at least one computer with a large-print keyboard, and a tracker ball to use instead of the mouse. If you would like to use these facilities, please check with staff which computer you need to book.

Supernova is an application that can both magnify images on the screen, and also narrate actions performed by the user in synthesised speech. This software is available from the desktop of all People's Network computers. Clicking on the Supernova help icon brings up a complete Help menu for Supernova.

There are 8 magnification modes, enabling you to magnify different areas of the screen to suit your own requirements. While Supernova is on it will read any Word document in a synthesised voice, whether or not magnification is used.

Some libraries run computer classes for visually impaired people, including instruction on using Supernova -currently running at Winchester Discovery Centre, Basingstoke, Alton, New Milton, Romsey.

Useful Links

RNIB (Royal National Institute of the Blind
The leading charity offering practical support and information to anyone with a sight problem. Includes useful section of Access Technology Factsheets
AbilityNet
UK based charity who work with people to help them get online.

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