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Computers for the blind uk.
Computers for the blind cftb is a non profit 501 c 3 organization devoted to providing computers to persons who are blind or visually impaired.
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The mission of computers for the blind is to open the world of information technology to persons who are blind or visually impaired by providing computer equipment software and training.
Cftb is a 501 c 3 organization and is approved as a tax exempt charitable organization.
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Our computers are available to any visually impaired individual in the united states.
Blind computer users may choose to use a standard keyboard if they can learn the arrangement of the keys for touch typing but may require speech output software or a braille display to monitor what they have typed or selected hersh and johnson eds 2008.
Desktops offer larger storage.
Starting to use a computer as a blind individual is not a simple task as you will need to learn the skills required to operate one.
We are one of the only companies in the uk which is able to offer such a complete service for the blind and partially sighted.
If you don t mind your computer being stationary then a desktop might be the right choice for you.
A desktop laptop or tablet.
It is our hope that each person who is visually impaired may experience the information age in a positive and productive manner.
All you would need to do is start by telling us if you would like to purchase a desktop computer something a bit more permanent that stays in one place or a laptop computer a completely portable computer.
This is acceptable for most home uses.
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This page will detail the steps necessary to request a computer as well as the things that we will provide with the system.