While the graphic user interface (GUI) is convenient for sighted
users, it is often inhibiting to those with visual impairments because
of the difficulty speech synthesizers have interpreting graphics. Red Hat Enterprise Linux
is an ideal operating system for users with visual limitations because
the GUI is not required by the kernel. Most modern tools including
email, news, Web browsers, calendars, calculators, and much more can run
on Linux without a graphical environment. The working environment can
also be customized to meet the hardware or software needs of the
user.
Red Hat, Inc. is the distribution of choice for people with special
needs because of the outstanding support that is offered with the
purchase of any boxed set. Many Linux distributions provide limited or
nonexistent support to customers. Red Hat's installation support is
deliverable via email or via the telephone and special circumstances
will be considered and addressed for users with physical
limitations. Customers should inform the support technician if they
require specialized support.
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