Computer Graphics

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Computer Graphics
Bobbie L. Tallent 8599 Reeps Grove Ch. Rd.
Vale, NC 28168
LIB. SCI. 5050 Appalachian State Univ
ersity Dr. Robert Sanders S
pring 2004
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Computer Graphics Overview
Computer graphics can be sorted into several
categories. Different categories show how diverse
computer graphics are ranging from animated
movies to a means of art and expression.
Computer graphics use tons of different software
for touching up and perfecting.
Modern computer graphics are starting to need
stronger and faster hardware.
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Some Modern Uses of Computer Graphics
1. Computer graphics are becoming increasingly
popular in movies for many reasons.
-Special effects, making the impossible
reality. -Fully animated movies such as Find
ing Nemo, Toy Story, Final Fantasy and many
others. 2. Computer graphics are used in the medi
a for a variety of uses such as weather displays,
traffic displays, and in come cases, actual
animated hosts.
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3. Computer graphics is also a growing type of
art expression. There are several websites
devoted only to the posting of CGI art.
- Deviant Art - Digital Blasphemy
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Computer Graphics Demand Hardcore Imaging Software
Modern computer graphics are becoming more and
more intense. As the back ground image shows,
more texture, lighting, and dimension are
involved in creating a stronger image. There are
many types of available software ranging from
simple editing to intense animation such as
flash. There are also an increasing number of
file types available for storing and displaying
images.
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Some Examples of Imaging Software and File Types
Adobe Photoshop Microsoft Paint Genuine Fractile
s File Extensions .jpg Most common type of image
on the web .bmp Windows desktop backgrounds use
it .gif Some simple animations can be created usi
ng several still pictures in sequence.
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Adobe Photoshop 7 Screen Shot
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Computer Graphics and Hardware
Computer graphics today, especially in the gaming
community require a large amount of graphics
processing capabilities. This demands stronger
chipsets in modern computer graphics.
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