Microsoft SharePoint Server 2010 to include WCAG 2.0 access features

Monday, 26 October 2009 15:07

The new version of Microsoft SharePoint Server, due for release in November, will feature a significant accessibility update.

The update will ensure that websites and Intranet portals created with the product have the opportunity to comply with the W3C Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0.

Although the previous version of SharePoint contained some access features, it was limited to a WCAG 1.0 focus, and required additional support from Microsoft partner organisations. The new SharePoint server aims to simplify the process by incorporating the features directly into the contact management system, should the administrators wish to use them.

Further information about the improvements to accessibility in the SharePoint Server can be found at the WHIR website.