Statements About the Magnifier Tool's Functionality Are Inaccurate in the Windows 98 Second Edition Guided Tour (208104)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition
This article was previously published under Q208104

SYMPTOMS

When you view the Windows 98 Second Edition guided tour, the Reduces the need for special software bulleted item in the Accessibility Options window is inaccurate.

The Magnifier tool has limited functionality. The Magnifier tool does not meet the needs of all individuals who require this type of computer augmentation and implying that it is a comprehensive solution may prevent people from receiving reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

STATUS

Microsoft has confirmed that this is a problem in the Microsoft products that are listed at the beginning of this article.

MORE INFORMATION

The Accessibility Options feature that is described in the "What's New" section of the guided tour provides information about both the Accessibility Wizard and the Magnifier tool. The guided tour does not indicate that additional accessibility aids are not necessary, but the tour does indicate that the Magnifier tool reduces the need for additional accessibility software. The Magnifier tool provides a minimum level of functionality for users who have slight visual impairments. Most users who have visual impairments need a magnification tool that has more functionality. For a list of Windows-based magnification tools, view the "Accessibility Aids" section on the following Microsoft Web site:

http://www.microsoft.com/enable

Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:1/18/2001
Keywords:kbEnableSight kbprb kbui KB208104
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