Computer user groups are springing up all around the globe and many offer information through newsletters, listservs, and Web sites in addition to their local meetings.

Some groups are web-based only and all of their information sharing takes place free of charge online.

Groups of computer enthusiasts give people an opportunity to learn and share information about their experiences with computer technology. Groups exist for the discussion of all aspects of computing from the design of operating systems to using the Microsoft suite of applications to working with the Internet. There are even groups focused on the discussion of adaptive technology for computer users who are blind or visually impaired!

Everyone who uses a personal computer can benefit tremendously from a computer user group, but it can be especially valuable to people just beginning to enter the world of high-tech devices.

We believe so much in the power of computer user groups to help people traverse the hills and valleys--joys and frustrations--of computing that we plan to publish the following list on the Blindskills' Web site and provide updates as we learn of new organizations.

We would like to enlist your help in this effort. Below you will find a list of computer user groups of which we are aware but it is by no means a comprehensive list. If you know of a group or resource that is not listed here, please share it with us. Remember, this is a work in progress and we would appreciate your feedback.

American Council of the Blind
1155 15th Street, NW, Suite 1004
Washington, DC 20005
202-467-5081 800-424-8666
e-mail the American Council of the Blind
Visually Impaired Data Processors International is an affiliate of ACB. Contact the national office for information about the group and its activities.