In the discussion of digital versus analog media, I believe
that there are large differences.
Digital media is centered on ease and aesthetics. Accessing
it is as simple as opening a computer. But moving on is also as easy as
clicking the mouse, so digital media, and particularly websites, rely on
catching the eye of the viewer. I definitely agree with the “3 second rule.”
Viewers have become so accustomed to scanning through the internet that they do
not give the sites much of a chance to fully grasp their attention. The best
sites have some appealing quality. Whether its certain color schemes that catch
our eye, or clean simplicity that makes navigation easy and fun, the most
viewed sites have to do something correctly with their design.
Another big difference is in the access to information.
Digital media allows information to be released immediately, regardless of
accuracy. With analog media, information is released on a schedule. I think
that the access to information that digital media provides is a double-edged
sword. While I love being able to access information quickly, sometimes before
the media, I hate that the information that is accessible is also often wrong. Digital
media is constantly being updated.
Analog media relies on the concept of structured stories
that people seek to read. Fans of analog media are generally purists. They have
built up a love for receiving their media on a scheduled basis and are not
looking for something that will catch their eye. Strong word choice-not font-is
what catches the eye of the reader.
DQ: Can analog and digital media coincide?
How can digital media further advance?
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