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Peer reviewedConverso, L.; Hocek, S. – Journal of Visual Impairment and Blindness, 1990
This paper describes computer-based optical character recognition (OCR) systems, focusing on their components (the computer, the scanner, the OCR, and the output device); how the systems work; and features to consider in selecting a system. A list of 26 questions to ask to evaluate systems for potential purchase is included. (JDD)
Descriptors: Access to Information, Blindness, Character Recognition, Communication Aids (for Disabled)
