Crosbie

Question #1:

How does your capstone measure up according to the definition proposed in Vin Crosbie's "What Is New Media?" How might you alter your project to fit better?


Answer:

I think our capstone measures up ok with Crosbies definition of New Media. The idea we have presented is more of a vehicle then New Media as described, because we are not creating a whole new way to communicate but merely expanding on the ways we currently do. Our project will add more to the Informational Revolution by creating a broadcasting station that is based on the many to many commmunication described by Crosbie. Our vehicle will create a many to many communication that is tailored to individuals/groups needs. Here the radio isnt braodcasting only what the DJ plays, instead the users vote to individualize the station to thier needs, which can be compared to Levis who are now mass producing individualized Jeans, to thier clients.


Question #2:

Do you agree or disagree with Crosbie's definition, and why?

Answer:

I agree with alot of what Crosbie defines as New Media. But at the same time I feel that alot of projects and works shouldnt be considered vehicles, but actually New Media itself. I think that you need to consider the use of media/medium that is used in creating a work. For instance I believe anything that invovles blending technologies together to create a new vehicle, should be considered New Media, becuase the ending result couldnt be accomplished without the preceding Media that created it. I dont think that all New Media has to be a whole new way of communicating entirely, but can be a small step in increasing/enhancing the way we currently communicate.