JDK 5.0 Java Accessibility-related APIs & Developer Guides -- from Sun Microsystems (original) (raw)

With the Java Accessibility API, developers can easily create Java applications that are accessible to persons with disabilities. Accessible Java applications are compatible with assistive technologies such as screen readers, speech recognition systems, and refreshable braille displays.

The Java Accessibility API (JAAPI) is one of the core parts of the Java Foundation Classes (JFC). The JFC are a comprehensive set of graphical user interface components and foundation services designed to simplify deployment of Internet, intranet and desktop applications. The JAAPI makes GUI component information available to assistive technologies, giving users alternative presentation and control of Java applications.