As a blind Mac user who relies on VoiceOver every day, I may not see the Finder’s smiling face, but I know it as well as anyone who does. For those of us using a screen reader, the Finder is more than just an app or an icon. It is the gateway to everything onContinue reading “The Evolution of the Mac Finder Smiley Face Icon”
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macOS Tahoe vs Windows 11: Deciding the Ultimate Desktop OS
Apple’s latest operating system, macOS 26 “Tahoe” , and Microsoft’s Windows 11 represent two different visions of the modern desktop. Both deliver polished experiences, but they excel in different ways depending on what you need from your computer. macOS Tahoe introduces a fresh Liquid Glass design , bringing translucency and depth across menus, sidebars, andContinue reading “macOS Tahoe vs Windows 11: Deciding the Ultimate Desktop OS”
Wellness Wednesday… on a Friday?
Beth and Jeff step up to the mics—without Robin this time—to explore whether the word wellness has lost some of its meaning. Is wellness about carefully balancing all the little pieces of life—mind, body, and spirit—or is it simply how you feel about yourself day to day? Together, Beth and Jeff unpack the buzz aroundContinue reading “Wellness Wednesday… on a Friday?”
You Don’t Have to Be Blind to Use a Screen Reader
Simon MinerAugust 18, 2025 A screen reader is a piece of assistive technology software that turns on-screen text and interface elements into speech or braille output. It works by sending information from the operating system, applications, and web browsers through an accessibility API, which the screen reader interprets and then reads aloud or displays on a refreshableContinue reading “You Don’t Have to Be Blind to Use a Screen Reader”
ChatGPT Glossary: 56 AI Terms Everyone Should Know
AI Glossary: 56 Key Terms Everyone Should Know Artificial intelligence is reshaping the world—from eliminating jobs and flooding the web with AI-generated content (“slop”) to transforming global economies, with McKinsey estimating its potential impact at $4.4 trillion annually . With tools like ChatGPT, Google Gemini, Microsoft Copilot, Claude, and Perplexity , AI is becoming central to daily life, search engines, and productivity apps.
To keep up, it’s important to understand the growing AI vocabulary . CNET’s AI glossary explains 56 must-know terms, covering everything from the basics of AI, algorithms, and chatbots to advanced concepts like AGI (artificial general intelligence), generative AI, diffusion models, multimodal AI, and neural networks . It also dives into ethical issues like bias, AI safety, alignment, and guardrails , plus industry slang such as slop , stochastic parrots , and the paperclip maximizer scenario .
Whether you’re a student, professional, or simply curious, this evolving glossary helps you navigate the AI landscape , understand cutting-edge terms, and sound knowledgeable in conversations or interviews.
👉 Full glossary: CNET – 56 AI Terms Everyone Should Know
A Guide for Windows Screen Reader Users Transitioning to Mac
Dr. Elijah Irwin, For many blind users, moving from a Windows system to a Mac can be both exciting and a bit daunting. One of the most common questions is about screen reader compatibility and how familiar Windows-based workflows translate to macOS. On Windows, screen readers like JAWS and NVDA allow for a more linearContinue reading “A Guide for Windows Screen Reader Users Transitioning to Mac”
Wellness Wednesday: Disaster Readiness: What’s Your Plan in an Emergency?
media This episode of Wellness Wednesday with hosts Beth Gustin, LPC, and Robin Ennis, LCSW, CPC, explores emergency preparedness for natural disasters, with a focus on considerations for blind and low vision individuals. With recent fires in California and extreme cold weather across the U.S., the hosts emphasize the importance of having a plan inContinue reading “Wellness Wednesday: Disaster Readiness: What’s Your Plan in an Emergency?”
Safe In Your Own Home | JUSTICE NATION: CRIME STOPS HERE
media Safety starts at home! Experts who have dedicated their lives to protecting children share the secrets to protecting your home and stopping child abductions and crimes in the home before they happen. Presented with limited commercial interruption thanks to Lifelock. Join now and save up to 40% your first year. Call1-800-LifeLock and use promoContinue reading “Safe In Your Own Home | JUSTICE NATION: CRIME STOPS HERE”
Wellness Wednesday: Valentine’s Day Reimagined: Loving Yourself First
media Valentine’s Day is often seen as a celebration of romantic love, but what if love starts from within? In this Wellness Wednesday episode, Beth and Robin explore the foundation of love—self-love. Without it, we risk settling for less, struggling with boundaries, and feeling unworthy. Self-love isn’t about grand gestures; it’s in the small actsContinue reading “Wellness Wednesday: Valentine’s Day Reimagined: Loving Yourself First”
Wellness Wednesday: I’m Laughing at That, Now
media Beth and Robin revisit their most awkward, cringe-worthy, or downright baffling moments—the ones that weren’t funny at all back then. But hindsight (and a good sense of humor) turn those memories into laughable lessons. Discover how finding the funny side of life’s little mishaps can boost your well-being and lighten your load. Because let’s face it,Continue reading “Wellness Wednesday: I’m Laughing at That, Now”
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