Re: [orca-list] Vinux 1.3 Released!

[Luke Yelavich <themuso ubuntu com>]

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On Tue, Feb 24, 2009 at 09:16:31AM EST, Bob Tinney wrote:
> Hi,
>
> I've remained silent on this issue, but I feel compelled to reply to this
> announcement.   I have real problems with a special install of an operating
> system for the blind.  If we, the blind and visually impaired, insist on
> segregating ourselves, that lets all software and system developers and 
> companies off the accessibility hook.  Ubuntu, Solaris, and the Gnome
> project have been working hard to improve accessibility.  Things are not
> perfect, but I can't see how the landscape can be made better by putting a
> fence around ourselves.
>
> That is why I am going to continue to work with mainstream operating system
> releases.  It is the only way to move forward on a par with everyone else!

HEAR HEAR! Things can only get better if users work with developers to improve the software available. That 
doesn't just mean working with the GNOME/Orca folks, but also the distribution developers of the distribution 
you choose to use. People who wish to help work on improving Ubuntu's accessibility and integration are more 
than welcome to contact me, and I can help get them started.

Luke

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