Multimedia and Cyber Communication

Contents Preface. 1. Multimedia technology. 2. Computer mediated communication. 3. Multimedia networks. 4. Hypermedia text formats. 5. Audio in multimedia delivery. 6. Use of multimedia in visual communication. 7. Multimedia support systems for internet. 8. Use of multimedia in press. Bibliography. Index. The present publication Multimedia and Cyber Communication basically deals with the presentation of information using the combination of text sound pictures animation and video. Common multimedia computer applications include games learning software and reference materials. Most multimedia applications include predefined associations known as hyperlinks that enable users to switch between media elements and topics. Thoughtfully presented multimedia can enhance the scope of presentation in ways that are similar to the roving associations made by the human mind. Connectivity provided by hyperlinks transforms multimedia from static presentations with pictures and sound into an endlessly varying and informative interactive experience. Multimedia applications are computer programmes stored on compact discs (CD Roms) may also reside on world wide web web pages called hyper text Markup language. In this computer age and information society this publication will go a long way in highlighting the communication revolution taking place in the society. 278 pp.…