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Chapter 5 Using Overlay Keyboards
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has very limited features (it does not let you control the mouse pointer, for example).
Discover:Board has a more sophisticated set of computer control functions than IntelliKeys, while
IntelliKeys has better tools for designing overlays and associated activities (eg. IntelliPics &
OverlayMaker). Therefore, Discover:Board may be a better choice if you want a keyboard to give
the user independent control over the computer and easy access to common programs; while
IntelliKeys has the advantage for creating your own educational activities.
ā€¢ Windows PC
A Concept Keyboard with Informax or Concept Plus software gives good computer control at a low
price. The infra-red versions of the Concept Universal Plus and Touch ā€˜Nā€™ Go are good choices for
wheelchair users because no connecting cable is needed.
IntelliKeys has more facilities and features (switch sockets; better control over keyboard response),
but at a higher cost.