Multimedia
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UNIT - I
Lesson 1 Introduction to Multimedia
Contents
1.0 Aims and Objectives
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Elements of Multimedia System
1.3 Categories of Multimedia.
1.4 Features of Multimedia
1.5 Applications of Multimedia System.
1.6 Convergence of Multimedia System.
1.7 Stages of Multimedia Application Development
1.8 Let us sum up.
1.9 Lesson-end activities
1.10 Model answers to “Check your progress”
1.11 References
1.0 Aims and Objectives
In this lesson we will learn the preliminary concepts of Multimedia. We will discuss the various benefits and applications of multimedia. After going through this chapter the reader will be able to :
i) define multimedia ii) list the elements of multimedia iii) enumerate the different applications of multimedia iv) describe the different stages of multimedia software development
1.1 Introduction
Multimedia has become an inevitable part of any presentation. It has found a variety of applications right from entertainment to education. The evolution of internet has also increased the demand for multimedia content.
Definition
Multimedia is the media that uses multiple forms of information content and information processing (e.g. text, audio, graphics, animation, video, interactivity) to inform or entertain the user. Multimedia also refers to the use of electronic media to store and experience multimedia content. Multimedia is similar to traditional mixed media in fine art, but with a broader scope. The term "rich media" is synonymous for interactive multimedia. Multimedia Systems- M.Sc(IT)
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1.2 Elements of Multimedia System
Multimedia means that computer information can be represented through audio, graphics, image, video and animation in addition to traditional media(text and graphics).
Hypermedia can be considered as one type of particular multimedia application.
Multimedia is a combination of content forms:
Audio
Video
Multimedia Systems- M.Sc(IT)
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1.3 Categories of Multimedia
UNIT - I
Lesson 1 Introduction to Multimedia
Contents
1.0 Aims and Objectives
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Elements of Multimedia System
1.3 Categories of Multimedia.
1.4 Features of Multimedia
1.5 Applications of Multimedia System.
1.6 Convergence of Multimedia System.
1.7 Stages of Multimedia Application Development
1.8 Let us sum up.
1.9 Lesson-end activities
1.10 Model answers to “Check your progress”
1.11 References
1.0 Aims and Objectives
In this lesson we will learn the preliminary concepts of Multimedia. We will discuss the various benefits and applications of multimedia. After going through this chapter the reader will be able to :
i) define multimedia ii) list the elements of multimedia iii) enumerate the different applications of multimedia iv) describe the different stages of multimedia software development
1.1 Introduction
Multimedia has become an inevitable part of any presentation. It has found a variety of applications right from entertainment to education. The evolution of internet has also increased the demand for multimedia content.
Definition
Multimedia is the media that uses multiple forms of information content and information processing (e.g. text, audio, graphics, animation, video, interactivity) to inform or entertain the user. Multimedia also refers to the use of electronic media to store and experience multimedia content. Multimedia is similar to traditional mixed media in fine art, but with a broader scope. The term "rich media" is synonymous for interactive multimedia. Multimedia Systems- M.Sc(IT)
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1.2 Elements of Multimedia System
Multimedia means that computer information can be represented through audio, graphics, image, video and animation in addition to traditional media(text and graphics).
Hypermedia can be considered as one type of particular multimedia application.
Multimedia is a combination of content forms:
Audio
Video
Multimedia Systems- M.Sc(IT)
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1.3 Categories of Multimedia