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Homosapians or Canines – Which species are more effective communicators?

July 10, 2005 • Darrell Shandrow Hilliker

Karen has something to tell us about the importance of communication and how it sometimes seems that our dogs are better at the task. Enjoy this combination of humor and seriousness. This may seem like an unusual subject to be writing about, even something humorous! However, this is on one level a serious matter and… Finish Reading Homosapians or Canines – Which species are more effective communicators?

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This one’s for the electronically or mechanically impaired!

July 10, 2005 • Darrell Shandrow Hilliker

Karen writes about her frustrating experience with the Book Port. I’m having a hard time teaching her how to use this device and, in general, helping her to learn to effectively get the most out of other electronic devices as well. Any ideas? For those of you who love electronics and gadgets but are unable… Finish Reading This one’s for the electronically or mechanically impaired!

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Doggycast

July 9, 2005 • Darrell Shandrow Hilliker

Karen’s cute little five year old golden retriever, Douglas, definitely has quite a personality. He’s telling us he needs to go outside. He’s talking back. No respect. But, seriously, not only is his garking cute, we are also very glad he is such an excellent communicator. Definitely an example many others should learn to emulate!… Finish Reading Doggycast

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Google Says They Will Provide Accessible Visual Verification in One to Two Months!

July 8, 2005 • Darrell Shandrow Hilliker

On Tuesday, I received a call to the comment line from Susan Kuchinskas of InternetNews.com. She asked me for an interview. Of course, I was more than happy to oblige. It is critical that we all do our absolute best to take full advantage of every possible opportunity to spread the word about accessibility. The… Finish Reading Google Says They Will Provide Accessible Visual Verification in One to Two Months!

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Karen’s Dial-A-Ride Disaster: Late to Work Again!

July 7, 2005 • Darrell Shandrow Hilliker

Yes. That’s right. There are more serious problems to report with our metro area’s Dial-A-Ride service. Karen has worked four days this week. Dial-A-Ride made her late to work on two of those days! Check out the following e-mail thread. I wrote the following note on Karen’s behalf: Hi Rose, Denise, Andrew and Gary, Karen… Finish Reading Karen’s Dial-A-Ride Disaster: Late to Work Again!

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Loss of Yet Another Accessible Solution: Omega HH2 Talking Multimeter and Thermometer Taken Off the Market

July 6, 2005 • Darrell Shandrow Hilliker

Read this article from Handiham covering the discontinuation of a talking multimeter and thermometer that provided essential accessible information to blind amateur radio operators and other electronics enthusiasts and professionals. As I read the article, I became extremely concerned. Why? Please feel free to post your answer as a text comment or call the comment… Finish Reading Loss of Yet Another Accessible Solution: Omega HH2 Talking Multimeter and Thermometer Taken Off the Market

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