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From: Glenda Watson Hyatt
Date: May 31, 2002 3:06PM

So, how does this work with text within graphics? If graphics are sized by
pixels, how can users control the size of the text?

Also, how would you respond to:

"I struggling with the balance between "control" and accessibility
especially
when we have design requirements that target 800x600 screens. So the
argument of tiny handhelds and very large screens seems to be exceptions
rather than the rule? I'd love to see some kind of zoom capability in
browsers, maybe IE/NS ver 9.4 ? ;)"

Personally, with the increase use of PDAs, I would think tiny screens are
becoming less and less the exception. Similarly, with an aging population
with failing eyesight, large screens are becoming more popular. Or, is my
rationale faulty somewhere? Wonder what the stats are here, regarding sales
of various monitor sizes?

Looking forward to hearing from you.

Have a great weekend!

Cheers,
Glenda

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