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What is Web Applications

Handbook of Research on AI-Based Technologies and Applications in the Era of the Metaverse
Web applications are software programs that run on web browsers. They provide a range of services such as email, online shopping, social networking, and video conferencing. Web applications can be accessed from any device with an internet connection.
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Advancements in Guidance Systems and Assistive Technologies for Visually Impaired Individuals
P. Shobha (Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology, India) and N. Nalini (Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology, India)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-6684-8851-5.ch022
Abstract
Visually challenged people form a large population segment, with estimates starting from tens of millions to hundreds of millions worldwide. Integration into society is a major and current goal for them. A substantial attempt has been taken into ensuring a healthcare system. To aid visually impaired people to live a usual life, several guidance system strategies are created. These systems are oftentimes created for a single purpose. The internet has become a necessary means for people to acquire knowledge and information. Today, unfortunately, the advantages of this mighty tool are still away from visually impaired people, and they find difficulty in accessing the web. Over the years, people built different technologies and tools that can help the visually impaired in reaching out to the outside world.
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