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Section 508 FAQs

What is Section 508 and Web site accessibility?
How do I know if my Web site and content are accessible (508 compliant)? (tools and standards)
Does email need to be accessible (508 compliant)?
How do I make Word, PDFs, and other documents accessible (508 compliant)?
Do video, audio and animation (Flash) files need to be accessible (508 compliant)?
How do I make layout tables and data tables accessible (508 compliant)?
What are alt tags?
I’ve got a web-based application or I’m using embedded JavaScript, JAVA, Flash, or some other plug-in. Where do I find out more about software accessibility?
How Does Section 508 cover persons with tremors and other dexterity and mobility disabilities (such as Parkinson’s syndrome)?

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