Ray, I don't like the screen magnification built in to Windows XP, and I
think that a larger screen is not practical. My suggestion is to purchase a
screen magnification program, with or without a screen reader, such as
ZoomText. See www.aisquared.com.
I also suggest that she contact her state's Assistive Technology program,
where she may be able to see and try out different solutions. Information
about that program is below.
Janice
Georgia Tools for Life
Georgia Department of Labor
Vocational Rehabilitation Program
Assistive Technology Unit
1700 Century Circle B-4, Suite 300
Atlanta, GA 30345
Program
Celebrating 10 years of Pennsylvania's Assistive Technology Lending Library
Janice L. Knuth, MSW, LSW
Assistive Technology Funding Coordinator
& Low Vision Specialist
Institute on Disabilities
Temple University
1601 North Broad Street, USB 610
Philadelphia, PA 19122
215-204-5397
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From: Visually Impaired Computer Users' Group List
[mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Ray Campbell
Sent: Tuesday, May 06, 2008 5:15 PM
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Subject: [VICUG-L] Using Computer with Large Screen TV as Monitor
Hello All:
One of my clients who has a 92-year-old mom told me the computer is her
mom's world. However, even with the computer and 22-inch monitor her
mom has, the screen is not large enough. We were wondering if there is
a way to connect a computer to a larger screen, such as a large screen
TV to get more screen size for reading? I did suggest looking at screen
readers as well. These folks are in the Atlanta area so I did encourage
them to take a look for places in that area where they could see various
pieces of adaptive technology. I am just wondering if anyone has other
suggestions to help this lady.
Thanks,
Ray Campbell, Help Desk Technician
Adaptive Technology Center
Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired
1850 W. Roosevelt Road
Chicago, IL 60608
312-997-3651 (Voice/Relay) or
888-825-0080 (voice/Relay)
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