Lesson 1: Introduction To ICT
Lesson 1: Introduction To ICT
Lesson 1: Introduction To ICT
Two Types:
1. Raster/Bitmap Image Files
- AKA Bitmap Image
- It is representing digital images in bits of
information for storage, which translates to
PIXELS when viewed on screen.
- Majority of raster images are LOSSY.
- It is the common format you will encounter
in the internet
2. Vector Graphics Files
- AKA Vector Format or Graphic.
- These are lossless files created using
mathematical geometric equations to
represent images in digital computer
graphics.
- It retains the quality of the images in any
desired image size.
- It is the preferred format for those who
desire quality prints and display of images.
File Description
Name
Extensi
on
.ps • PostScript
• It is a Page Description Language
(PDL) developed by Adobe.
• It is a language for printing documents
on laser printers and
image setters used to produce camera
ready copies.
• Can be changed in size without image
quality loss.
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