Multimedia: finally - a practical communication tool.

From: Communication World | Date: November 1, 1995| Author: | Copyright information

Multimedia is a communication tool that relies on computer technology and that uses text, video, voice, music and sound effects simultaneously. It is increasingly applied by business organizations in such areas as corporate communication, marketing and training. The technology can be used to produce interactive brochures and newsletters, interactive sales and trade show presentations, multimedia product catalogs, disk-based reference manuals, and computer-based training programs. Multimedia programs must be carefully planned and well-designed to be effective. A good program considers the ...

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