The Dictionary of Computer Graphics and Virtual Reality [Paperback]

Roy Latham (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 13, 1995 | ISBN-10: 0387944052 | ISBN-13: 978-0387944050 | Edition: 2nd ed.

Superblack, superblock, supercase, superquadric, supersampling, superred, supergreen, and superblue are just a few of the words which make up the language of computer graphics. This new edition of a widely acclaimed dictionary provides a guide to this fast-moving subject for both relative novices and professionals working in the field. The main changes have been to add new terminology relating to virtual reality and the related topics of robotics and networked simulation. This dictionary covers the software, hardware, and applications of computer graphics and contains hundreds of terms not found elsewhere. Definitions are clear and concise, with special attention given to alternate spellings and meanings. Acronyms are decoded, and pronunciation of the seemingly unpronounceable is given, from WYSIWYG (whizzy-wig) to NAPLPS (nap-lips).

Product Details

• Paperback: 169 pages
• Publisher: Springer; 2nd ed. edition (January 13, 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0387944052
• ISBN-13: 978-0387944050
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.2 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.2 ounces
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #9,211,101 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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