The ATIC Computer Cluster

A core service provided by ATIC is a computer cluster in Room 7-143 for MIT students with disabilities. The computers in 7-143 provide the latest adaptive technologies students need to complete their studies independently and self-sufficiently.

MIT students registered with the Disabilities Services Office may be granted 24 hour, 7 day a week access to the computer equipment in 7-143. ATIC consultants are available during business hours to train students and troubleshoot computer problems.

Current technologies/equipment in ATIC include:

6 Windows Athena desktop computers
1 Macintosh computer
1 Linux Athena Workstation
4 Scanners
1 Braille embosser
1 Video magnifier
Alternative keyboards and pointing devices
Power adjustable tables
Adjustable height chairs
Scanning and Reading software: Kurzweil 1000/3000
Voice recognition software: Dragon NaturallySpeaking, MacSpeech Dictate
Screen reading software: JAWS
Magnification software: ZoomText

Students granted access to the cluster are required to follow ATIC Computer Cluster Rules of Use