The Cyberspace Lexicon

An Illustrated Dictionary of Terms from Multimedia to Virtual Reality


A guide through the maze of existing and emerging technologies.


Bob Cotton and Richard Oliver


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Price: USD$29.95

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Overview
  • A guide through the maze of existing and emerging technologies
  • Addresses interactive video and multimedia, hypermedia, arcade games, high-band networks and virtual reality
  • An invaluable sourcebook for all those using electronic media
  • Defines techniques and technologies, explains key concepts and clarifies 'buzzwords'
  • In-depth illustrated features covering major issues complement clear, concise entries designed for quick reference



In The Press

'An excellent illustrated dictionary dedicated to technobabble.' (Observer)

'Nothing else in print will give you such a good idea of multimedia's overall look and feel. Well-conceived and ably written, designed and produced.' (Wired)

'This beautifully illustrated paperback is just the thing to help you keep abreast of all those new terms. An essential guide.' (Library Journal)



About the author(s)
Bob Cotton and Richard Oliver are independent media consultants. They are the authors of Understanding Hypermedia and Understanding Hypermedia 2.0, also published by Phaidon.


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