Speed matters to the American Association of People with Disabilities | Speed Matters – Internet Speed Test

Over 50 million Americans are reported to have some kind of disability according to the 2008 U.S. Census. As the Senior Director for Telecommunications and Technology Policy for the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD), I strive to make the lives of these Americans better.

We at the AAPD are glad to partner with Speed Matters to raise awareness about how broadband can improve the lives of disabled persons. The Speed Matters Benefits section enumerates the many ways in which broadband enables people with disabilities and can provide opportunities for independence. These benefits include but are not limited to...