Media

In computer science, „Media“ refers to the various forms of content and data formats that can be created, stored, transmitted, and displayed. This encompasses audio, video, images, text, and interactive content. Media types can be digital or analog and are essential for communication, entertainment, education, and user interaction in software applications.

Digital media specifically refers to content that is encoded in a digital format, allowing it to be easily manipulated and distributed over electronic networks. This includes media files like MP3s for audio, MP4s for video, JPEGs for images, and HTML for text and interactive web content.

In the context of web development, media also encompasses media queries in CSS, which allow for responsive design by applying different styles based on the characteristics of the device displaying the content.

Media is integral to various fields within computer science, including multimedia systems, user interface design, streaming services, and content management systems, playing a pivotal role in how users engage with technology.