About AccessibleNet.org

AccessibleNet.org is popular web portal focussing on all areas of website accessibility. The beta version of this site was lanched in July 2003 by Matthew Ogston, who now concentrates on generating great user experiences using best-practice usability and accessibility techniques. Matthew now consults for a number of clients including

Also runs a number of successful projects including

Browsealoud

This site has been 'speech enabled' using Browsealoud, a speech enabling service that reads aloud selected content when the mouse is placed over content within a web page. You can download Browsealoud free from the Texthelp website.


Web Accessibility News

  • Jodi Web Accessibility Awards 2006 Shortlist Announced
    "The shortlist for the Jodi Awards 2006, which recognise excellence in museum, library, archive and heritage website accessibility, has been announced. The six shortlisted websites all meet demanding criteria and were chosen by a panel of four experienced judges from the sector, three of whom have personal experience of disability. Automated testing was also carried out on the sites..."
  • Target sued over web accessibility
    "Target [a US retailer] is being sued because the retail giant's website cannot be accessed by blind internet users. The lawsuit cites violations of accessibility laws; but their application to websites is uncertain and the case highlights the vague nature of the obligations faced by US website operators..."
  • Does your website overstate its accessibility?
    "Website accessibility statements are mostly inaccurate and accessibility logos frequently appear on sites that dont deserve them, according to a study of 500 financial and e-commerce websites. Operators may not realise their failings – and risk losing users trust..."
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