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Support internal and external research and development that improves assistive technology relevant to
HP products and services.
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Support and contribute to industry standards and guidelines for accessibility.
International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP)
IAAP is a not-for-profit association focused on advancing the accessibility profession through networking,
education, and certification. The objective is to help accessibility professionals develop and advance their
careers and to better enable organizations to integrate accessibility into their products and infrastructure.
As a founding member, HP joined to participate with other organizations to advance the field of accessibility.
This commitment supports HP’s accessibility goal of designing, producing, and marketing products and
services that people with disabilities can effectively use.
IAAP will make the profession strong by globally connecting individuals, students, and organizations to learn
from one another. If you are interested in learning more, go to
http://www.accessibilityassociation.org
to join
the online community, sign up for newsletters, and learn about membership options.
Finding the best assistive technology
Everyone, including people with disabilities or age-related limitations, should be able to communicate,
express themselves, and connect with the world using technology. HP is committed to increasing accessibility
awareness within HP and with our customers and partners.
Whether it’s large fonts that are easy on the eyes, voice recognition that lets you give your hands a rest, or
any other assistive technology to help with your specific situation—a variety of assistive technologies make
HP products easier to use. How do you choose?
Assessing your needs
Technology can unleash your potential. Assistive technology removes barriers and helps you create
independence at home, at work, and in the community. Assistive technology (AT) helps increase, maintain,
and improve the functional capabilities of electronic and information technology.
You can choose from many AT products. Your AT assessment should allow you to evaluate several products,
answer your questions, and facilitate your selection of the best solution for your situation. You will find that
professionals qualified to do AT assessments come from many fields, including those licensed or certified
in physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech/language pathology, and other areas of expertise. Others,
while not certified or licensed, can also provide evaluation information. You will want to ask about the
individual's experience, expertise, and fees to determine if they are appropriate for your needs.
Accessibility for HP products
These links provide information about accessibility features and assistive technology, if applicable and
available in your country or region, that are included in various HP products. These resources will help you
select the specific assistive technology features and products most appropriate for your situation.
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HP Aging & Accessibility: Go to
, type
Accessibility
in the search box. Select
Office of Aging and Accessibility.
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HP computers: For Windows products, go to
, type
Windows
Accessibility Options
in the Search our knowledge search box. Select the appropriate operating
system in the results.
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HP Shopping, peripherals for HP products: Go to
, select Shop, and then select
Monitors or Accessories.
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