Ability to play games built-in; online
(interactive); CDs etc. 3d simple
Ability to produce a database; spreadsheet; etc.
Ability to download music and create music CDs
(some computers)
Ability "publish" and printout: fliers,
greeting or birthday cards; postcards; stickers (all kinds);
pre-addressed envelopes; address cards; calendars; album pages;
awards- compete with photos; fancy borders or artwork etc.
Ability to take photos; transfer into computer –
then enhance e.g. sharpen; lighten rid of red eye; use all kinds
of documents; print out as photographs; create photo album on CD-
(need electronic camera or photos and scanner)
Ability to have word processing.
Ability to keep track of appointments; email and
snail mail addresses; notes; phone numbers, etc. (can even dial
the phone for you) a PIM (personal information manager - software
is required).
Ability to keep track of your finances
Ability to draw, paint, and create other forms of
illustration.
Ability to write stories, memoirs and books.
Ability to make copies of important documents
(need a scanner).
Ability to "look up" full stories in
encyclopedias.
Ability to learn a new language, and hear your
results.
Ability to learn just about anything!
Ability to do accounting or bookkeeping with
instant results.
Ability to build models of anything in 3D.
Ability to have your computer wake you up - with
music, an alarm or any sound.
Ability to transfer your CD collection to files on
your computer and hear them played at any length or order (and
store your real music cds in a locked cabinet) (some computers)
Ability to get calendars (that automatically
change date).
Ability to send or receive a fax anywhere, at
local rates
Ability to read or "be read" books
Ability to create and print: pre
"filled-out" envelopes; labels; address books;
letterheads; greeting cards; newsletters; brochures; T-shirt iron-ons;
paper airplanes; etc..
Ability to get new: black, full-color and
"photographic" quality ink-jet printers under $100 (the
ink cartridges may be expensive).
Ability to buy "photographic quality"
glossy, satin, and all cotton printer papers.
Ability to watch and hear TV; DVD movies; videos;
etc. (on some computers).
Ability to play music CDs; radio programs; and
record your own music (on some computers).
Ability to get low-cost combination: printers
copiers, fax machines, scanners.
Ability to combine: spread sheets; auto updating
calculations and charts; document pages; pictures; artwork;
inventories; address books; mailing lists; etc., on one set of
pages or workbook - some office or work suites.
Ability to combine: spread sheets; calculations
and charts; document pages; pictures; artwork; inventories; etc.;
in presentations.
Ability to record your own sound effects and use
them in your timers; alarms; windows actions; etc..
Ability to design: bridges; buildings; homes;
cars; bikes; etc. and print out the blueprints or plans.
Ability to carry data (information) from one
computer to another (such as, a desktop to a laptop) using
recordable drives and other media - CDs; portable external hard
drives; diskettes; etc..
Ability to store backups of all work (many
different ways).
Ability to be called a computer "wiz [I never
liked this one].
Ability to buy a new keyboard for $10! (I did - a
standard keyboard, not adapted)
Ability to play all kinds of advanced games (I
like 3d pool on CD-ROM) [WARNING: games are very addicting]
Ability to do a whole slew of other things!
Ability to participate in college and other
educational courses (at your own pace) from anywhere at anytime
(in real time), is unprecedented.
Ability to communicate with people who have
similar interests.
Ability to send gifts, food, or flowers to
anybody, anywhere, at anytime.
Ability to "bank online" (with many
banks and/or financial institutions). (many services are free)
Ability to pay your bills online (or
automatically).
Ability to buy (and have delivered) new or used
assistive technology devices online (adapted homes, computers,
vans, lifts, bath devices, kitchen tools, cooking aids, etc.).
Sexual stimulation. (You’re on your own with
this one.)
Ability to learn how to use, build, or choose
assistive technology devices (computers, showers, ramps, etc.).
(some free)
Ability to "visit" Social Security or
other such institutions - online. (usually free)
Ability to send and receive email (almost anywhere
in the world). (free)
Ability to download software (games; word
processors; educational; how to use your computer; talking
calendars and clocks; etc.) for various disabilities. (some free)
Ability to find and buy "obsolete" hard
drives; motherboards; software; and parts or an older computer.
(usually used)
Ability to get news; weather and sports on demand.
(primarily free)
Ability to read or "be read" books;
magazines or newspapers without having to hold, see, or turn
pages. (some free - your computer needs sound and the right
software)
Ability to download software that
"fills-out" forms. (sometimes free)
Ability to find out were and when your favorite TV
show is going to air. (free)
Ability to "chat" (type) simultaneously
with others (if typing is not slow and laborious). (free)
Ability to sell or bid at online auctions
(including government auctions). (usually free)
Ability to compare prices of new merchandise
across the Internet (price comparison search-engines - "some
include shipping and handling"). (free)
Ability to "gamble" (in real time).
Ability to have your "words" translated
into different languages. (free)
Ability to download software, shareware or
freeware. (sometimes free)
Ability to "visit" millions of websites
almost anywhere in the world " searching" the Internet
with a few words - using search-engines. (free)
Ability to share or find all kinds of recipes.
(many free)
Ability to pay taxes (state, sales, IRS, etc.) -
online.
Ability to contact and find organizations that pay
for; help find; help you learn to use; or help to pay for
assistive technology devices (computers, ramps input/output
devices etc.). (mostly free)
Ability to find software that will fill out forms
instantly (forms on the Internet, only). (sometimes free)
Ability to download software that has minute;
hourly; daily; weekly; or lifelong reminders or timers ("take
your medicine; shower tomorrow; anniversaries; birthdays,
etc."). (many free)
Ability to find peoples anywhere (friends;
relatives; people who owe you money). (sometimes free)
Ability to find out if you inherited money.[so
they claim]
Ability to find a date or a spouse (with
disabilities, if you like).
Ability to have prescriptions filled out and
mailed to you.
Ability to buy food, candy, or many other items
wholesale.
Ability to show, trade, buy or just look at
collectibles (antique cars, coins, stamps, etc.).
Ability to buy, new and used (recycled) computers,
parts, peripherals (printers, scanners, mice, electronic cameras,
etc.).
Ability to "keep on top" of the latest
developments in computer technology (on-line computer magazines).
(mostly free)
Ability to get updates, magazines, brochures from
disability organizations about the latest developments in
assistive technology (computers, adaptive devices, vans, etc.). (mostlly
free)
Ability to communicate with families of; those
with similar; or other disabilities. (free)
Ability to find: doctors, specialists, hospitals,
and clinics. (free – till latter)
Ability to have access to medical encyclopedias;
medical journals; and other medical information. (typically free)
Ability to have access to most public; university;
and government library materials. (free)
Ability to get books; magazines; and newspapers on
tape (recorded) - and the tape player, (almost always free –
from libraries mostly).
Ability to get free stuff (web site space; email
accounts; Internet services; etc., etc. [WARNING: excessive number
of ads]
Ability to buy anything for your home or office
(including furniture, ramps, bathroom stuff, lamps, blankets,
pillows, etc., etc., etc.) and have them delivered to your door.
Ability to buy stereo equipment, headphones,
speakers, portable stereos, radios and other electronic devices
and have them delivered to your door.
Ability to download calendars (that automatically
change date and have other features). (many free)
Ability to buy allergy and health items and have
them delivered (air purifiers; dust mite killers, dehumidifiers,
filters, soaps, dusters, etc.).
Ability to buy gourmet`: foods, coffee, tobaccos,
teas, etc..
Ability to "shop" for grocery items and
have them delivered. (usually, in certain areas)
Ability to buy adapted clothes (Velcro instead of
buttons, snaps, etc.).
Ability to create on-line photo "albums"
of all types.
Ability to have photographic films, photographs,
enlargements developed and delivered to your door or emailed to,
you, or both.
Ability to show (and/or sell) your artwork or
photography to the world - online. (sometimes free)
Ability to sell or buy anything at online
auctions.
Ability to make hotel; plane; rent-a-car
reservations; etc..
Ability to plan vacations (even those that are,
fully adapted).
Ability to "see" the hotels before you
commit (pictures, "films’, sounds, etc.).
Ability to get subscriptions to magazines and
newspapers; (delivered).
Ability to find and join clubs of all kinds
(computer, photography, coin collectors, sailing, etc.).
Ability to find and join "disabled" snow
skiing; basketball; baseball (sports events of all kinds).
Ability to join CD; DVD; video; or anything
"of the month clubs."
Ability to visit web sites that are very
"strange."
Ability to get plans to build anything. (usually
free)
Ability to buy older commuters for unbelievably
low prices.
Ability to "visit" and buy or get free:
software; pictures; sounds; products; etc. ;etc. – from other
counties around the world. (sometimes free)
Ability to find and download or buy on CD-ROM:
shareware, and retail software; from anywhere in the world.
Ability to send or receive a fax or multi-faxes
anywhere, by online services. (sometimes free)
Ability to talk to a group of people around the
world, at local rates (if using a phone line modem) -
"conferencing."
Ability to make "unlimited" long distant
phone calls where you can see the people you are talking to, at
local rates (if using a phone line modem) - need special hardware
and software at both ends.
Ability to get external hard drives; modems; and
all kinds of peripherals.
Ability to buy many brands of computer training
CDs.
Ability to buy cheaper re-filled ink cartridges
for your printer.
Ability to get patterns for sewing; needle point;
clothes making; knitting; crocheting; etc.. (sometimes free)
Ability to buy life savers; surfboards; small
boats; sail boats; cruisers; yachts; etc..
Ability to have an adapted: home; airplane;
bathroom; van; car; furniture; boat; custom built for you (or just
about anything else).
Ability to contact repair men (for whatever’s
broke).
Ability to get free: animation’s; photos;
search-engines; counters; sounds; bulletin boards; lessons; and a
slew of other things for your own web site. (many free)
Ability to get freeware; shareware; retail
software to build your own web site (easily if it’s WYSIWYG
[pronounced, wiz-ee’-wig] - what-you-see-is-what-you-get - no
coding).
Ability to participate in religious groups; bible
studies; missionary communication; etc..
Ability to find churches; chapels; synagogues;
etc.. (free)
Ability to find and reserve fishing tours.
Ability to choose and buy paint colors; wallpaper;
trimming; un-finished furniture; painting supplies; carping; rugs;
etc. for your home or office.
Ability to buy easy-assembly; completely
assembled; fine wood; disability; unfinished; custom built; or
just about any computer workstation; desk; table; or cart and have
it delivered.
Ability to buy original oil paintings; copies of
master artwork; fine framed copies; posters; original foreign
artwork; sculpture; or just about any artwork and have it
delivered.
Ability to buy fine or fake (fux) jewels and
jewelry and have them delivered.
Ability to find; buy; or trade: toys; trains;
dolls; or any antique item and have it delivered.
Ability to buy train: posters; memorabilia;
artwork; etc. and have them delivered.
Ability to buy hobby shop or toy store items, and
have them delivered.
Ability to do all your Christmas or any holiday
shopping and have it wrapped and delivered. [do it early]
Ability to find information about, and buy tickets
to: concerts; fairs; sports events; dinners; etc.
Ability to buy medical student supplies: anatomy
posters, charts and models; books; etc.
Ability to buy sex toys and love supplies, and
have them delivered.
Ability to buy lava lamps; posters; clothing;
pipes; incense; novelty items etc. from the 60s and 70s, and have
them delivered.
Ability to find and buy almost any music on new or
used: CDs, records, or tapes, and have them delivered.
Ability to vote and do campaign work, online.
(free)
Ability to play games against others (at different
difficulty levels); people across the world; or alone. (usually
free)
Ability to find and buy: printer stands; media
holders (such as, CDs, floppy disks; DVDs, etc.); monitor stands;
desk supplies; cable holders; plug adapters; surge protectors;
cables etc. for your computer, and have them delivered.
Ability to get mailed or downloaded
"virus" protection software (nasty computer-damaging
code) as freeware, or retail software [don’t forget to update at
least twice a month, or as often as you can]
Ability to find, sell, buy or trade all kinds of
old: movies; cartoons; comics; recordings; paintings; photographs;
posters; memorabilia; etc., and have them delivered.
Ability to easily write: the president;
vice-president; congressmen; senator; or local politician.
Ability to email the: chairman; president;
vice-president; director; speaker; janitor; etc. of a company or
club. (free)
Ability to buy all kids of insurance
Ability to get emailed: newsletters; updates; sales notices; and
all kinds information, on a regular basis. (typically free)
Ability to download software that translates
foreign weights; measurements; cash; symbols; liquid volume; etc.
Ability to do an unending number of things
………!
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