Digital Media 101

  Disadvantages of Digital Media Addiction: Due to the immersive nature of technology, individuals may find themselves falling down a sort of rabbit hole. A user who is constantly connected, uses the internet for most activities, and stares at a screen may find themselves disconnected from reality. Expensive: Investing in quality devices and products may be costly. And as this technology is constantly changing and evolving it may be hard to keep up or adapt. Individuals who are unfamiliar with the technology may require lessons which will cost them and this may be a challenge to those who cannot afford to pay for lessons. Fake News: Due to the accessibility of digital media, it is easy for anyone to publish information whether true or false to the Internet. Others may access this information and unknowingly use or spread misinformation. This now requires internet and web users to check and validate information before using it. Therefore, it is best to use multiple sources and do

  Advantages of Digital Media Connectivity: The largest platform in which digital media is shared is on the web via Internet usage. The Internet allows us to communicate and connect with others anywhere worldwide in real-time. This increase in connectivity allows for faster processes and wide scale communication. Easy Access/Usage: The Internet provide access to all sorts of databases and information stored on the web, so there is a plethora of resources. A simple search in a search engine like google, Microsoft edge, Safari etc. and one can view and interact with different forms of digital media for work, school, entertainment, or general knowledge. Regular Updates: Digital media content is easily updated as it does not require one to produce tangible forms of media to distribute. It is simply changed online automatically with a tool or software. No need to wait for information to be printed and distributed to various outlets where you can then purchase to view. It is readily a

What is Digital Media?   Digital media refers to any form of information that uses an electronic device for creation, distribution, viewing, or storage. It can be considered digital content that is manipulated and shared using a screen. Digital Media provides an alternative to traditional media like print and broadcasts, that take a longer time to be distributed and is not as efficient two way communication or interaction. It has simplified information exchange which opens up a vast number of opportunities. Types of Digital Media: Television: Many individuals use their TV’s everyday and are unaware that it is one of the most utilized forms of digital media. News, commercials, television programs (cartoons, drama series) are forms of media transmitted using airwaves. Radio: News, commercials and radio programs transmitted using airwaves. Online News articles: news articles that are published online by media outlets. The New York Times, CNN, Daily Mail, are all online news publishe