6.7 Summary
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6.7 Summary
While most multimedia graphics are created for screen display, developers sometimes
distribute images in printed form. They also often capture printed originals using scan-
ners. For these reasons, key elements of traditional printing, such as contones, line art,
halftones, and CMYK color remain important considerations for multimedia developers.
Digital graphics can be either two-dimensional or three-dimensional. There are two
major types of 2-D computer graphics: bitmapped and vector-drawn. Bitmapped graphics
are defined as patterns of pixels, or picture elements. They can include very fine detail and
can be extensively edited. Developers pay close attention to spatial resolution and color
resolution as they create ...