INSTITUTE OF GENETIC ENGINEERING

Name – Koushik Dutta

Roll no – 21040223003
Subject – The language of Graphics Design: Basic and Beyond
Stream – Biotechnology
Semester – 1st sem
Paper code – GE2B-06
University name – Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology
Introduction to
multimedia
What is Multimedia?
Multimedia is a form of communication that uses a combination of different content forms such as
writing, audio, Images, Animations, or video into a single interactive presentation, in contrast to traditional mass
media, such as printed material or audio recordings, which features little to no interaction between users.
History of
Multimedia
• The term multimedia was coined by singer and artist
Bob Goldstein to promote the July 1966 opening of
his “Light Works at L’ Oursin ” show at
Southampton , long island.
• In the late 1970s,the term referred to presentations
consisting of multi-projector slide shows timed to an
audio track.
• In 1990s ‘multimedia’ took on its current meaning.
• Tay Vaughan declared “Multimedia” is any
combination of text , graphic art , sound ,
animation ,and video that is delivered by computer.
• Some computers which were marketed in the 1990s
were called “multimedia” computers because they
incorporated a CD-ROM drive.
 Key components of
Multimedia

TEXT: WORDS AND GRAPHICS: IMAGES, AUDIO: MUSIC, SOUND

CHARACTERS USED FOR ILLUSTRATIONS, AND EFFECTS, VOICEOVERS, AND
CONVEYING INFORMATION. DIAGRAMS. NARRATION.

VIDEO: MOVING IMAGES INTERACTIVE ELEMENTS:

AND MOTION GRAPHICS. BUTTONS, LINKS,
ANIMATIONS, AND USER
INTERFACES THAT ALLOW
USER ENGAGEMENT.
 Types of Multimedia

Linear Multimedia Non-linear Multimedia

Linear Multimedia
Linear Multimedia is a type of a multimedia that is
designed to be presented in a sequential manner. It has a
distinct beginning and end. It goes on a logical flow from
a starting point to a conclusion.
It is usually intended for display purposes with not
much interaction or distraction from the audience.
Because of its nature where audience participation is not
expected, Linear Multimedia may also be referred to as
“Passive Multimedia.”
Non-Linear
Multimedia
Non-linear multimedia information
is not presented in sequential or
chrono logical manner. Non-linear
multimedia program are usually
interactive and require user
interaction.
Example: Gaming , Website.
Difference between linear
and non-linear Multimedia
 ELEMENTS EDITING ELEMENTS EDITING
SOFTWARE SOFTWARE

Text • Notepad Video • Adobe

• Microsoft word premiere
• Open office • Pinnacle studio

Editing writer ulead media

studio pro

software for Graphics •

•
Microsoft paint
Adobe
photoshop Elements
• Macro media
flash (2D)

Multimedia • Corel draw • Magic Morph

(special effect)

Audio • Sound recorder

• Sony sound
forge
• Adobe audition
Advantages of
Multimedia
1. Education: Media educates the mass. With the help
of television or radio shows, the mob discovers various
facts about health affairs, environmental preservation,
and many more topics of relevance.
2. Exercise innate potentialities: People get to exercise
their hidden talents through media. Media helps to
showcase their hidden skills such as comedy,
performing, singing, recitation, etc.
3. Gather knowledge: Media helps to increase
knowledge about various subjects.
4. Mass production: Media acts as a great tool in
promoting mass consumer products, increasing sales of
the assets.
Advantages of
Multimedia
5. Entertainment: Serves as a good source of entertainment.
People get entertained through music and television programs.
6. Cost reduction: Electronic media promotes electronic
duplication of information, reducing the production cost and
making mass education achievable.
7. Cultural immersion: Media allows the diffusion of diverse
cultures by showcasing different cultural practices. It helps people
around the world to be understanding of each other and welcome
their differences.
8. Updated: People receive the latest news in a short time.
Distance does not make a barrier in distributing information to
people from any place on earth.
Disadvantages of
Multimedia
1. Individualism: People spend an excessive amount of time on the internet,
watching or binging content. As a result, their relationship with friends or
family and neighbors may be affected.
2. Difficulty to Access: Some media topics are unsuitable for children;
limiting access to such content can be challenging for elders in specific
scenarios.
3. Fraudulence and Cybercrime: The Internet opens up avenues for
imposters, criminals, and hackers, or such predators with the possibility to
commit criminal acts without any knowledge of the victims.
4. Addiction: Some television programs and internet media can be very
addictive to most children and adults leading to a drop in productivity.
Disadvantages of
Multimedia
5. Health Concerns: Prolonged television watching or internet binging can
lead to vision problems, and exposure to loud noises by using headphones or
earphones can lead to hearing defects.
6. Faulty advertisement tactics: It often makes the use of drugs and alcohol
appear cool, which can be harmful to the nations’ youth.
7. Personal Injury: Some people decide to try the stunts that have been
showcased in the media, which lead to severe injuries.
8. Malware and Fake Profiles: An individual can create an anonymous
account and pretend to be someone else. Anyone can use such profiles for
malicious reasons, such as spreading lies, which can ruin the reputation of any
targetted individual or company.
Multimedia in daily life
The introduction of newer generation of
mobile phones and more advanced
communication protocols , the number of
multimedia uses that your phone can be put
to keeps growing.
video conferencing which enables people
across global borders to communicate with
each other in real time is an excellent
example of how multimedia has benefited
the world of communications and telephony .
Multimedia in daily life
Multimedia and its related applications
have almost become synonymous with
modern technology; given the kind of
explosion the technological realm has
seem.
Multimedia makes our life easier several
times fold. It is through multimedia that
mobile phones can be used for a number
of purposes.
 Top uses of Multimedia

We all know that multimedia is Major delivery Mechanisms of your The top uses of multimedia are for
powerful way to entertain, inform and multimedia presentation include DVD, presentations, sales and marketing,
market to people. CD-ROM, computers, the internet, education and training, and
games and displays. entertainment.
Scope of
Multimedia
 In the field of education multimedia is
being used extensively especially for
online courses and trainings.
 Multimedia is also used in advertising
purposes.
Scope of
Multimedia
Multimedia technology is used for
3D cinema applications and mobile
3DTV environments.
 The technology of multimedia
design utilizes various features like
animation , video , graphics , audio
and sound to impress the user.
Challenges
• Bandwidth and Storage: High-quality
multimedia content can require
significant bandwidth for streaming
and storage space.
• Compatibility: Ensuring multimedia
content works on different devices and
platforms can be challenging.
• Copyright and Licensing: Multimedia
often involves copyrighted materials,
requiring proper licensing and usage
permissions.
 Multimedia is a dynamic and versatile form of
Conclusion communication that combines various media types to
create engaging and interactive experiences. It plays a
vital role in modern society and continues to evolve with
technology, influencing how we learn, entertain,
and communicate.
Acknowledgement
I would like to thank my teacher “Sudip Mishra” Who give me the opportunity to work
on this presentation I got to learn a lot this presentation about “Introduction to
multimedia”. I would also like to thank your principal “Dr. Sudipa Basu Chakravarty”.
At last, I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to my parents because without their
help this presentation would not have been successful. Finally, I would like to thank my
friends who have been with me all the time.
Yours sincerely,
Koushik Dutta
Roll no. – 21040223003
Biotechnology 1st sem
Thank You