Hi all. I've been asked by Judy to post this letter to lists I am currently
subscribed to, and you happen to be one of those. Please circulate or act
upon it's contents as you see fit.
Thx, Albert
Judy Keenan wrote:
Please help me create equal access to information for people with vision
impairment.
Imagine trying to install new software on your computer but finding the
installation instructions and the security code digits were in such small
print that you could not read them. This is becoming a common problem as the
population ages. You yourself may experience this one day.
My name is Judy Keenan. As an example, here's what happened to me recently.
In July 2007 I purchased Microsoft software along with a new computer. I
encountered a significant problem when I attempted to install the product's
key codes. In fact, it was an impossible task for myself as a totally blind
person, and the small print was difficult to read for my family and
others.
At this time there is no universal access to information on software
packages. If no action is taken, people with visual impairment will
continue to have trouble accessing software.
I have proposed some solutions to Microsoft:
1. It would be a huge benefit to the general public to have larger
print size on packages for the product key codes.
2. A CD inserted in the software box containing software installation
manuals, and/or a downloadable version of the software installation manual
from the Microsoft website using your product key code or password for
access.
3. Perhaps a tiny MP3 player with headphone jack inserted in the spine of
the box either inside or outside containing audio product key code
information.
4. Braille product key code labels on or inside software boxes for the
visually impaired.
By implementing any of these suggestions we will create the possibility of
changing industry standards worldwide so that people with visual impairment
can access information on software packages and other products.
I have verbally surveyed people in the city of Victoria, Canada. They
applaud these suggestions for possible changes to packaging, especially the
one for enlarging the fine print on the product key codes.
And I would like your help. Please take one minute of your time, right now,
to send an email to Microsoft Management Team at
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Simply copy and paste the text below into your email:
Judy Keenan recently asked you to improve access to the information on your
software packaging for people with visual impairment. At this time there is
no universal access to information on software packages. If no action is
taken, people with visual impairment will continue to have trouble accessing
software.
I would like to ask you to adopt one of her suggested solutions.
1. It would be a huge benefit to the general public to have larger
print size on packages for the product key codes.
2. A CD inserted in the software box containing software installation
manuals, and/or a downloadable version of the software installation manual
from Microsoft website using your product key code or password for access.
3. Perhaps a tiny MP3 player with headphone jack inserted in the spine of
the box either inside or outside containing audio product key code
information.
4. Braille product key code labels on or inside software boxes for the
visually impaired.
Thank you for helping improve access for people with visual impairment.
Together we can and will make a difference toward positive change for
everyone including those with access to information barriers. Please
forward this to your family, friends, and colleagues who might like to help.
Sincerely,
Judy Keenan
Who I am is the possibility for being an inspiration to all!
Email:
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Judy K
Customer Solutions Representative
JobWave BC
It's a New Wave to Work....A Better Way to Hire Phone (250) 389-0699 ext:
333 1-888-JOBWAVE http://www.jobwavebc.com
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