Telecommunication system for handicapped people

We present a methodology proposed for developing software tools for handicapped people. This methodology is based in an abstract architecture alongside the Java language and a network environment. Moreover a software tool developed under this methodology allows handicapped people to communicate both locally or remotely through the Internet. The goal for the tool developed is to be useful for people with communicative problems and also for their teachers. An open architecture based on the client-server model is the methodology´s kernel. Using the Internet, a telecommunication environment is produced, and all members of the group interacting with handicapped people benefit. Java technology, and exchangeable modules allow one to add new components when necessary. Users will be able to interact even with physical devices. The software developed will not only run on PCs but on any system connected to the Internet