Why Web Standards Matter
A common misconception among many web developers, especially those in the library community, is that a web site must sacrifice a highly designed look in order to be accessible. This is not true. In fact, many sophisticated design elements subtle use of color, multimedia, careful use of large images that some accessibility advocates reject can be profound accessibility enhancements for a general audience. They do not diminish a disabled user’s experience if they are handled properly. If developers build a highly designed site according to web standards and accessibility guidelines, the site will still be accessible.
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