Office of the Chief Information Officer &
High Performance Computing and Communications
Section 508 Resources
Section 508 Standard
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1194.26 Desktop and Portable Computers
There are ten parts to this standard that explain the requirements for
ensuring
that desktop & portable computers are accessible. Click here to view
the full standard.
Best Practices & Procedures
Buy Accessible Products
- Buy
Accessible Database.
- Products/Compliance
Information on NOAA's Acquisition Management Division Section 508 Web
page. The page contains a listing of vendors who have completed the
ITIAC Voluntary Section 508 template indicating their product's compliance
with Section 508 36 CFR Part 1194.22 Web-based intranet and internet information
and applications standards.
Useful Links
- Information Technology Technical Assistance and Training Center (ITTATC) Website promotes the development of accessible electronic and information technology by providing technical assistance, training and information.
- The ITTATC Publications page has variety of documents related to accessible desktop & portable computers, as well as, general electronic & information technology (E&IT).
Expert Contact
- NOAA Contact: Natalie D. B. Smith (301) 713-3525 ext. 213
Tools
At this time
we are not aware of any available tools for desktop or portable
computers. If you know of any tools that you would like to share with
us, please
contact your Section 508 Coordinator for
addition to the website.