What I need is what I get: downloadable user interfaces via Jini and Java

  • Authors:
  • Marney Beard;Peter Korn

  • Affiliations:
  • Sun Microsystems, Palo Alto CA;Sun Microsystems, Palo Alto CA

  • Venue:
  • CHI '01 Extended Abstracts on Human Factors in Computing Systems
  • Year:
  • 2001

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Abstract

In this demonstration, we show how technology can improve the lives of people with disabilities, specifically by increasing their independence by giving them control over a few appliances in the home. The technical approach demonstrated here is based on Jini[tm] connection technology, which allows devices and "services" to become known to each other, and allows the "service" to be delivered through a variety of user interfaces. This approach can be applied in any number of situations, both throughout the home and in public spaces, illustrating the power of universal design, which benefits all people, whether they happen to have a disability or not.