Quiz on New Media Technologies

What is the primary difference between new media and old media?

• New media are more personal and social.

• Old media are more interactive.

• New media require physical objects to store information.

• Old media are primarily digital.

What does binary code use to represent information?

• Physical objects

• Decimal numbers

• A series of 0s and 1s

• Alphabetical characters

During a discussion on the evolution of technology, Noah mentioned a popular personal media device from the 1980s. Which device was he referring to?

• Tablet

• Walkman

• Laptop

• Smartphone

Imagine a scenario where Ava is using her smartphone to access various types of content like videos, articles, and social media. What is a key characteristic of the media Ava is using?

• Bound to physical objects

• Multiplatform compatibility

• Less personal and social interaction

• Requires specific decoding devices

Henry is using his smartphone to watch videos, browse social media, and read news articles. What does this scenario illustrate about 'technological convergence' in the context of new media?

• Decreasing use of the Internet

• The ability of different media to operate on the same device

• The shift from digital to analogue

• The merging of consumer and producer roles

What was the primary function of VCRs?

• Recording digital audio

• Playing video cassettes

• Broadcasting radio signals

• Streaming videos online

Which of the following is a feature of social media?

• Limited to professional content

• Allows for user-generated content

• Only supports one-way communication

• Does not allow sharing of content

What is Web 2.0 primarily about?

• Focusing on analogue media

• Reducing Internet connectivity

• Collaboration and creativity online

• Using the web for static information

What does open source publishing allow?

• Collaborative improvement of products

• Selling proprietary software only

• Limiting user interaction

• Restricting access to modifications

How has social media influenced the way traditional media outlets like newspapers and television respond to public opinion?

• Reduced audience participation

• Increased passive audience behavior

• Need to respond to audience feedback

• Less need for digital platforms