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,DPR3703 Assignment 2 (COMPLETE ANSWERS)
Semester 2 2024 - DUE 30 September 2024 ; 100%
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Question 1 Do you think desktop publishing has evolved? Justify
your answer by discussing the history of desktop publishing
from learning unit 3 and provide relevant examples. (10 marks)
Yes, desktop publishing (DTP) has evolved significantly since
its inception. Below is a discussion of its history, with relevant
examples to justify this evolution.
1. Early Beginnings of Desktop Publishing (1980s)
Desktop publishing began in the 1980s with the advent of
personal computers and software that allowed users to create
professional-looking documents without needing traditional
printing processes. Before this, publishing was a specialized task
requiring expensive equipment, skilled professionals, and large
printing presses.
 Example: The release of the Apple Macintosh in 1984 and
Aldus PageMaker software in 1985 revolutionized
publishing. These tools allowed individuals to create
complex layouts with text and images, democratizing
publishing. Apple's LaserWriter printer also allowed users
to print high-quality documents from their desktops.
2. Introduction of Graphical User Interfaces

, The graphical user interface (GUI) introduced by Apple
computers played a crucial role in the evolution of DTP. Users
could manipulate text and images visually, making design
accessible even to those without technical expertise.
 Example: Aldus PageMaker’s drag-and-drop interface
enabled non-designers to create brochures, newsletters,
and magazines.
3. Expansion in the 1990s
During the 1990s, DTP tools expanded in both functionality and
accessibility. As personal computers became more powerful,
software became more advanced, offering more design and
layout options.
 Example: Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator,
released during this era, allowed for sophisticated image
manipulation and vector graphics, further enhancing the
capabilities of DTP software like PageMaker and later
Adobe InDesign.
4. The Digital Era (2000s - Present)
The 2000s saw DTP evolve further with the rise of digital
publishing and the internet. Web-based platforms and online
design tools emerged, offering cloud-based solutions for
collaborative work. DTP moved beyond print, embracing digital
media for online publications, eBooks, and social media.
 Example: Canva, an online design platform launched in
2013, made DTP even more accessible by allowing users to

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