Computer Information Technology Part-6

The computer does the calculation at high speed, a microcomputer can perform millions of calculations per second. A computer is a device which performs all the calculations accurately without any mistake. A computer has also, its temporary and permanent memory which helps in processing of data.

Multimedia is the field concerned with the computer-controlled integration of text, graphics, drawings, moving images (video), animation, audio, and any other media where every type of information can be represented, stored, transmitted, and processed digitally.

Multimedia applications can include many types of media. The primary characteristic of a multimedia system is the use of more than one kind of media to deliver content and functionality.

In computing, multitasking is a concept of performing multiple tasks over a certain period of time by executing them concurrently.

Through Telefax, one can transmit graphics and textual information from one location to another with the help of telephone lines. The fax was discovered by Scottish inventor Alexander Bain in 1842.

Video mail is a system for sending a pre-recorded video as an email with a link to the video. Graphics and video clips are examples of video messages.

Video conferencing (or video conference) means to conduct a conference between two or more participants at different sites by using a computer network to transmit audio and video data. Video conferencing systems work much like a video telephone. Each participant has a video camera, microphone, and speakers mounted on their computer.

Video conferencing is the conduct of video calls by a set of telecommunication technologies that allow two or more locations to communicate through simultaneous two-way video and audio transmissions.

A video conference is a live, visual connection between two or more people residing in separate locations for the purpose of communication. For video input video camera or webcam is required, for video output computer monitor, television or projector is required.

A video conference is a live, visual connection between two or more people residing in separate locations for communication. The essential components required for the video conferencing system are a video camera, display device, and microphone. The telephone is not required for video conferencing.