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Software is essential to the meaningful use of computers. The software we choose should correspond to the tasks we wish to perform. For example writing letters using word processing, storing and manipulating information in a database or spreadsheet, having fun through games, or learning via resource packages and educational programs.

Switch accessible software enables people who use switches to control the functions of computers and complete computer-based tasks or activities. Available switch accessible software includes onscreen keyboard and mouse software (where the standard functions of a keyboard or mouse can be controlled by a switch and scanning) to activity-based switch software. Activity based software offers functions such as cause - effect, simple or complex scanning throughout a range of themes and tasks. This Buyer's Guide is designed as an overview to the features of activity based switch software that need to be considered when selecting options. Suppliers listed offer varied titles and should be consulted for specific program information.

COMPIC is a set of computer generated line drawings. It is a library of clear and easily understood drawings, called pictographs, which convey information. Pictographs are the visual representation of a word or a concept. They are black and white or coloured symbols that represent approximately 1800 words and concepts. It comes on a CD Rom

The supplier provides software on educational resources and fun activities for children of all abilities.

Five Finger Typist is a computer software program which teaches single handed touch typing. A complete set of lesson is available for both the right and left hands.

Guardian-EOS is designed to help computer users to avoid an overuse injury by suggesting rest breaks based on the 'strain' from keyboard and mouse usage. It is a dynamic and intelligent software that causes minimal interruption to work because it suggests a rest break only when it is needed. The Software features reporting tools that allow OHS and HR staff to identify people at risk of a workstation overuse injury, before it occurs.

A software program which allows users to type with one hand, using a standard QWERTY keyboard. The QWERTY keyboard consists of all the keys typed by one hand, with the keys of the other hand unused.

MAGicis screen magnification software that enlarges everything that appears on the computer screen while hearing it through an in built speech synthesizer. Magnification and speech can be used together or independently. 45 magnification levels deliver magnification from 1x to 36x original size.