Multimedia Demystified" is a book written by Jennifer Coleman Dowling and published by McGraw-Hill. The book serves as an introduction to the world of multimedia, providing an overview of the concepts, technologies, and applications related to multimedia development and production.

The book covers a wide range of topics related to multimedia, including:

Fundamentals of multimedia: Understanding the basic principles and components of multimedia, such as text, images, audio, video, and animations.

Digital media formats: Explanation of various digital media formats and codecs commonly used in multimedia content.

Graphics and imaging: Discussing graphics and image editing techniques, as well as image formats and optimization.

Audio: Exploring audio editing, compression, and different audio formats.

Video:Introduction to video editing, compression, and various video formats.

Animation: Understanding animation principles and techniques.

Interactive multimedia: Explaining interactive multimedia development and applications.

Web multimedia: Covering multimedia elements and integration on websites.

Multimedia authoring tools: An overview of popular multimedia authoring software and their features.

"Multimedia Demystified" is primarily targeted at beginners and individuals looking to gain a foundational understanding of multimedia technologies and their applications. It is commonly used in educational settings, such as college courses or self-paced learning for those interested in multimedia development.