The uptake of CMC in the European Union among People with Disabilities

Velasco, Carlos A.

Computer-Mediated Communication Magazine 1998 5 (2)4118
(ReLIS:jul:juljuo:y:1998:v:5:i:2:p:4118)

Abstract:

Carlos A. Velasco presents his view on the current uptake of new technologies in relation to individuals with disabilities and the Information Society in the European Union. He identifies various technologies' barriers to success through a brief analysis of the roles of each of the key players: individuals with disabilities, their immediate environment, their authorities, and the commercial side. In addition, he writes about the Information Society disAbilities Challenge (ISdAC), a newly initiative launch in Europe

Keywords: Acceso a la información ; Internet ; Discapacitados ; Comunidades Europeas
Pages: 4118
Volume: 5
Year: 1998
Issue: 2

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