Man develops web browser for his autistic grandson

Because of his condition, Zackary had trouble using computers and going to the web. He even threw the computer mouse in frustration.

Watching this, John tried to find online tools to help with this situation. Since he wasn’t able to find anything, he decided to create his own solution. And that’s how Zac Browser For Autistic Children, a web browser for autistic people, was born.

This online tool helps the user by simplifying the experience of using a computer. It blocks off most websites from view, to block violent, sexual or otherwise adult-themed material. Instead, it presents a hand-picked slate of choices of content from free, public websites, with an emphasis on educational games, music, videos, and visually entertaining images, like a virtual aquarium.

It helps to make the online experience less overwhelming for the user.

For example, the Zac Browser disables extraneous keyboard buttons lie print screen and turns off the right button on the mouse. That eliminates commands most children don’t need anyway, and it reduces the chance an autistic child will lose confidence after making a counterproductive click.

The Zac Browser is available for free and can be downloaded or run directly from www.zacbrowser.com.

Adapted from: https://bit.ly/37hDsmm

More info: www.zacbrowser.com