Accessibility Information for IT Professionals

As a leader in the software industry, Microsoft recognizes its responsibility to develop technology that is accessible and usable to everyone, including those with disabilities. To make this vision a reality, Microsoft is committed to helping IT professionals find, configure, and use accessible technology.

Accessible technology allows computer users to adjust their computers to make them easier to see, hear and interact with. The majority of computer users can benefit from using accessible technology that allows them to change settings for their vision, hearing, dexterity, mobility, and learning needs. Learn more about the need for accessible technology.

TechNet iconTechNet provides technology and information for IT professionals focused on accessibility. To see all accessibility resources on TechNet, search under "accessibility" on the TechNet Web site. The table below highlights some of the accessibility resources available from TechNet and the Microsoft Office Web site.


CategoryTechNet icon Links
Windows Vista
Windows XP

Windows XP Resource Kit

Windows XP KnowledgeBase Articles

Windows 2000

Windows 2000 Resource Kit

Microsoft
Help & Support
Articles
Office 2003
Office XP
More Info on
Microsoft
Accessibility
Web Site