Computer Graphics and Multimedia Application

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COMPUTER GRAPHICS AND MULTIMEDIA

APPLICATION:

Computer graphics is an art of drawing pictures, lines, charts, etc using


computers with the help of programming. Computer graphics is made
up of number of pixels.

Pixel is the smallest graphical picture or unit represented on


the computer screen. Basically there are two types of computer graphics
namely.

1.Interactive Computer Graphics:


Interactive Computer Graphics involves a two way communication between computer
and user. Here the observer is given some control over the image by providing him
with an input device for example the video game controller of the ping pong game.
This helps him to signal his request to the computer.
2.Non Interactive Computer Graphics:
In non interactive computer graphics otherwise known as passive computer graphics.
It is the computer graphics in which user does not have any kind of control over the
image.

HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS FOR COMPUTER


GRAPHICS:
1.RAM (Random Access Memory – Makes your computer faster. The
more RAM you have the quicker your PC will be. Therefore when using
digital graphics software, the software is more likely to run smoother and
quicker.

2.CPU (Central Processing Unit)- Executes commands that are given to it.
For example in digital graphics, if you type in some code, your CPU then
process’s that and then executes the command.
3.Digital Camera- Used to take pictures or videos. These videos/pictures
can then be used in digital graphics once they have been uploaded to your
computers HDD/SDD.

4. Video card: A video card is used to process images so they can be displayed on
your monitor. A good video card can make a big difference in the quality of your
graphics, so this is particularly important if you play games or work with
photography and video. Video card is also termed as graphics card.

SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS FOR COMPUTER


GRAPHICS:
1.Adobe Photoshop (Raster Graphics)- Used to enhance and manipulate
photos and to create original digital art.

2.Adobe Illustrator (Vector Graphics)- A program that is used by both


artists and graphic designers to create vector images. These images will
then be used for company logos, promotional material both in print and
digital form.

3.MICROSOFT PAINT-Microsoft Paint or 'MS Paint' is a basic


graphics/painting utility that is included in all the Microsoft
Windows versions.MS Paint can be used to draw, colour and edit
pictures, including imported pictures from a digital camera for
example.

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