Monday, 3 October 2011

Output Media In Graphic design

Printer

Definition – A printer is an output device that is used to print text or images from a computer onto a plain sheet of paper.
How this device is used to manipulate a digital graphic – For digital graphics you need a top of the range printer that is able to print out any image from the computer.  A printer like the Epson or the Canon printers are perfect for printing out high quality images.



Computer Monitor


Definition – A monitor is a visual display unit for computers.  A computer monitor is used to display an image.
 How this device is used to manipulate a digital graphic – For digital images you need a computer monitor that has a super high resolution screen.




Mobile Phone

Definition – A mobile phone is a handheld device that is used to make phone calls or send text messages to people. The signal is connected through a satellite.
How this device is used to manipulate a digital graphic – A picture can be taken with the built in camera on a phone or it can be uploaded from a computer or laptop and saved in a folder in the phone.


PDA

Definition – A PDA or a personal Digital Assistant is a handheld computer that is used to manage contacts, appointments and tasks etc.  It also comes with a built in calendar.  
How this device is used to manipulate a digital graphic – A PDA is able to store pictures onto it almost like a mobile phone.

Plotter

Definition – A plotter is another printing device that is connected to the computer and is used for printing vector images. 
How this device is used to manipulate a digital graphic – A plotter is used to print out digital images that have been edited and re coloured etc.


 

1 comment:

  1. Hey your welcome, glad it helped you, didn't think anyone would read it since it was my assignment but thanks for checking it out :)

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