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Assistive Technology

What is JAWS?

JAWS is screen reader software designed for use by blind or low-vision users. It is installed on one library computer at each of the followings campuses: Camden, Golden Isles, Hazlehurst, Jesup, and Waycross.

Computer Locations:

  • Camden: Computer K-1123-01
  • Golden Isles: Computer GI-1212-14
  • Jesup: Computer J-1201-07
  • Waycross: Computer W-2107-01
  • Hazlehurst: Computer H-1102-02

 

JAWS Information and Training

The following links will take you to more information about using JAWS.

  • JAWS for Windows Quick Start Guide 
    This is a PDF document that includes instructions for installing, starting, and using JAWS for the first time.
  • Archives of Free Webinar Training
    The webinar archives include links to a recorded video screencast of the webinar, an MP3 audio recording of the webinar, and HTML files of the webinar. Selected topics include Windows 7 Basics with JAWS and MAGic, Microsoft Office 2010 Overview and Introduction, and Using JAWS with Firefox.
  • JAWS: Keyboard Shortcuts
    This page     lists several keyboard shortcuts available to JAWS users.