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THE BRIEFS Disabled patrons now have access to library's computers Schaumburg Township District Library patrons with visual impairments now have access to the library's new ADA computer terminal with ZoomText, which magnifies text and converts text into speech. The new computer has access to most of the computer programs available elsewhere in the library.

There is a four-hour time limit for using the ADA computer, which represents an additional two hours more than the other library computers. "We did this in an attempt to better serve our community," said Barb Adrianopoli, director of extension services. "There are numerous types of eye problems which limit vision and prevent patrons from using our computers. This new computer gives them the...