Multimedia Technology Application

Author: Chen Jie et al.
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Publish Date: 2003-08-01
Features: This book introduces the basic concepts of multimedia and the fundamental production techniques of multimedia works, including common editing and processing tools for multimedia materials such as sound, images, and dynamic video, as well as the use of multimedia development tool Authorware. It enables users without programming skills to create their own multimedia works effectively. The book consists of 10 chapters: Overview of Multimedia Systems, Collection and Preparation of Media Materials, Multimedia Applications in Windows XP, Common Material Processing Software, Presentation Software PowerPoint 2002, Basic Knowledge of Authorware, Integration, Interaction, and Navigation Control of Multimedia Materials, Variables and Functions, and Applications of Authorware. It is accompanied by abundant examples and exercises (including hands-on practice questions), with answers or hints for exercises provided at the end. The book is illustrated with visuals and easy to understand, making it suitable as a textbook for students in humanities and other non-computer majors at higher education institutions to learn multimedia technology. It can also serve as a reference for multimedia enthusiasts and professionals engaged in multimedia creation. All materials used in the examples and exercises of this book can be downloaded from the website of Tsinghua University Press.