This thread has gone on long enough folks. It is starting to branch out in to personal opinions ETC, so let's shut it down please. David Ferrin [email protected] I believe that tomorrow is another day, and I'll probably screw that one up too. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Andre Williams" <[email protected]> To: <[email protected]> Sent: Tuesday, November 16, 2010 2:26 AM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] GOOGLE HAS CHANGED AND NOT BETTER FOR THEBLIND
Well, if this is true, this is possibly a good reason, but 99.9% of the internet is not out there to accommodate the blind. I would rather have the most accurate and relevant content than content that is primarily text based or whatever criteria they are using to present information to me. In other words, I don't want a little yellow bus when it comes to the internet, I want the same information as everyone else. By accepting the accessible site you are allowing Google to state: look at how great we are, we've created a place where blind people can enjoy the internet too." This might have some truth to it, but it is also a loop hole in terms of responsibility to us all. Believe me, you don't want tech support replies to begin with "please use our accessibility links." On the other hand, the little yellow bus seems to be the philosophy of a great many blind people and unfortunately I don't see this ever changing. Sorry Jacob, this is not directed at you, its just a current frustration of mine. Andre ----- Original Message ----- From: "Jacob Kruger" <[email protected]> To: <[email protected]> Sent: Monday, November 15, 2010 11:02 PM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] GOOGLE HAS CHANGED AND NOT BETTER FOR THEBLIND Remember also that the accessible version ranks search results slightly differently AFAIK, in terms of their own cleanliness/accessibility, and that's also another reason why I prefer it. Stay well Jacob Kruger Blind Biker Skype: BlindZA '...fate had broken his body, but not his spirit...' ----- Original Message ----- From: "Andre Williams" <[email protected]> To: <[email protected]> Sent: Monday, November 15, 2010 10:37 PM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] GOOGLE HAS CHANGED AND NOT BETTER FOR THEBLIND > Out of curiosity. What has changed with Google? I use the regular site and > have not experienced any problems whatsoever. > On the Google HomePage you can hit enter on search settings and make your > adjustments. > Andre > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "ROSEMARIE CHAVARRIA" <[email protected]> > To: <[email protected]> > Sent: Monday, November 15, 2010 12:35 PM > Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] GOOGLE HAS CHANGED AND NOT BETTER FOR > THEBLIND > > > Hi, Heather, > > I also use the google accessible site and it works really great for me. I > also notice that the google site has changed and it's not as good as it > used > to be. That's why I switched to the google accessible site. > > Rosemarie > > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "heather kd5cbl" <[email protected]> > To: <[email protected]> > Sent: Sunday, November 14, 2010 5:45 PM > Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] GOOGLE HAS CHANGED AND NOT BETTER FOR > THEBLIND > > >>I have had no issues, I use:http://labs.google.com/accessible/. So which >> site are you using that causes problems? >> >> >> For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: >> http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ > > > -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- > > > > No virus found in this incoming message. > Checked by AVG - www.avg.com > Version: 8.5.449 / Virus Database: 271.1.1/3255 - Release Date: 11/13/10 > 19:34:00 > > > For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: > http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ > > > For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: > http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ > > __________ Information from ESET NOD32 Antivirus, version of virus > signature database 5622 (20101115) __________ > > The message was checked by ESET NOD32 Antivirus. > > http://www.eset.com > > > __________ Information from ESET NOD32 Antivirus, version of virus signature database 5622 (20101115) __________ The message was checked by ESET NOD32 Antivirus. http://www.eset.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
