Includes bibliographical references (p. 370-386) and index.

Multimedia basics; operating environment; text gathering/production software; still-image creation software; animation software; storyboarding software; audio production software; video production software; authoring software; computers (Mac and PC); monitors; keyboards and pointers; video input/manipulation; sound hardware; storage; removable media drives; backup devices; scanners; putting it all together (sample systems); electronic publishing; high-end multimedia publishing systems.

For all those who can benefit from multimedia but lack the computer knowledge to do so, this detailed introduction covers the full spectrum of multimedia issues - including system requirements, performance specifications, hardware and software sources, installation procedures and operation tips.