MT1: UNIT 1 OVERVIEW OF MULTIMEDIA TECHNOLOGY-Introduction to Multimedia Technology

INTRODUCTION The term "multimedia" describes a new application-oriented technology that is based on the multisensory nature of humans and the evolving ability of computers to convey diverse types of information. Fundamental to this technology is the ability to manipulate digital forms of audio and video information in the realm of the computer. Multimedia requires integrating storage, communication and presentation mechanisms for diverse data types in a single technology. This unit will introduce you to the multimedia basics. It will also provide an overview of the essential aspects of multimedia. Thus, it is recommended that you go through the entire module systematically to gain some insight of the course. 2.0 OBJECTIVES At the end of this unit, you should be able to: Give a concise definition of multimedia Discuss the history of multimedia technology Identify the desired features of a multimedia System.