The New Media

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  • Created by: LDOakes
  • Created on: 13-06-22 12:10
What are the three key features of the New Media?
-Convergence (technologies combining together)
-Compression (digital signals all sent down the same cable)
-Interactivity (audiences can interact with the media)
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Do neophiliacs view the New Media positively or negatively?
Postiviely, they see its growth as a benefit to society
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Give three reasons as to why neophiliacs praise the New Media
-E-commerce revolution (shopping is more efficient and there's more price competition)
-Revitalising democracy (alternative views shown)
-Consumer choice (more output systems and choices)
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What three main reasons do cultural pessimists dislike the New Media for?
-Monopolies
-Poorer quality and repetition
-Reinforcing elite power
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Explain why cultural pessimists site monopolies as a negative affect of the New Media
Only a few select media conglomerates dominate the media so they can direct audiences to thoughts/products that benefit the elite
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Do neophiliacs view the New Media positively or negatively?

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Postiviely, they see its growth as a benefit to society

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What three main reasons do cultural pessimists dislike the New Media for?

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Explain why cultural pessimists site monopolies as a negative affect of the New Media

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