From BBC News [1] Google has apparently set up game that consists of users trying to match descriptions of images, for cataloging and (not explained how) accessibility, "Google Image Labeler" [2]. If only it could be integrated with some kind of transformation to allow access while browsing. Invented by Dr Luis von Ahn of Carnegie Mellon University whose previous "contribution to the web was the 'captcha'". Ironic that the same mind that invented such an accessibility barrier should come up with one that might help overcome an even greater one. [1] http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/magazine/5336284.stm [2] http://images.google.com/imagelabeler/ -- Alan Chuter Accessibility Consultant Technosite (formerly Fundosa Teleservicios) achuter@technosite.es www.technosite.es Tel. +34 91 121 03 35Received on Wednesday, 13 September 2006 14:10:53 GMT
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