EFF Advocates Technology Self-determination

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EFF : Technology self-determination is important for every technology user, and it’s especially important for users with disabilities.

The W3C finalized “ Encrypted Media Extensions ” (EME), a standard for adding digital rights management ( DRM ) to web browsers.

EME is specifically designed so that anyone who reverse-engineers and modifies it will fall afoul of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA 1201 ).

Every technology user deserves the final say over how the systems they depend on work.

Even if you’re able-bodied today , you will likely need assistive technology or will benefit from accessibility adaptations.

The curb-cuts that accommodate wheelchairs make life easier for kids on scooters, parents with strollers, and shoppers with rolling bags.

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