New Media and Its Impact

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What distinguishes blogs from traditional media sources like NBC and CNN?

  • Blogs offer interactive and personalized content for users. (correct)
  • Blogs focus exclusively on educational content.
  • Traditional media sources are primarily focused on user engagement.
  • Blogs provide only text-based information without audio or video.

Which of the following best describes media convergence?

  • The replacement of print media by radio and television.
  • The use of digital technology exclusively for film production.
  • The interaction and coexistence of different media types across various platforms. (correct)
  • The total dominance of internet media over traditional media.

What is the phi phenomenon in the context of film?

  • The illusion of moving images created by a series of still images. (correct)
  • The technique used to create sound effects in movies.
  • The process of editing films to enhance storytelling.
  • The method of integrating digital media into traditional film.

How do video games typically interact with users?

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of new media?

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Flashcards

Internet Media Consumption

The use of the internet has become increasingly popular as it efficiently provides information easily.

Interactive Media

Websites offer a dynamic way to engage with content, allowing users to tailor their news experience using personalized portals, newsgroups, podcasts, and RSS feeds.

Weblogs/Blogs

Blogs have gained immense popularity, serving as platforms for individuals to share opinions and engage in online discussions.

Film/Cinema

Film or cinema refers to movies, both artistic and educational, utilizing a sequence of images to create the illusion of movement through the phi phenomenon.

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Media Convergence

The concept of diverse media forms existing together, such as print, broadcast (radio, television), internet, mobile phones, allowing content to flow freely across platforms.

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Study Notes

New Media

  • Internet usage has increased, fulfilling current needs.
  • People initially used traditional media outlets, but later shifted to unique, easily accessible online sources like weblogs.
  • Weblogs provide accessible information in various formats (text, audio, video).
  • Weblogs allow for tailored news experiences through personalized portals, newsgroups, podcasts, and RSS feeds.

Weblogs

  • Blogs have significant influence since the early 2000s.
  • People actively respond and share opinions on message boards.

Film/Cinema

  • The term "Film" refers to artistic and educational movies.
  • A series of images, when displayed on screen, create the illusion of moving pictures thanks to the phi phenomenon.

Video Games/Digital Games

  • These encompass interactive games.
  • Games use specialized electronic devices—computers, mobile phones, or TVs—to control graphics.

Media Convergence

  • Traditional and new media co-exist.
  • Print, broadcast, internet, mobile phones, and other media allow content to flow across various platforms.
  • Converting diverse media formats into digital code enables access via various devices (personal computers, and mobile phones), consequently forming a digital communication environment.

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