DPR3703 Assignment
2 (COMPLETE
ANSWERS) Semester 2
2024 - DUE 30
September 2024 ;
100% TRUSTED
Complete, trusted
solutions and
explanations.
ADMIN
[COMPANY NAME]
, DPR3703 Assignment 2 (COMPLETE ANSWERS)
Semester 2 2024 - DUE 30 September 2024 ; 100%
TRUSTED Complete, trusted solutions and explanations.
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)
Evolution of Desktop Publishing
Desktop Publishing (DTP) has indeed evolved significantly
since its inception. The evolution of desktop publishing is a
testament to the rapid advancements in technology and the
increasing demands for efficient, high-quality publishing
solutions. Here’s a comprehensive discussion of how desktop
publishing has evolved, based on historical developments and
relevant examples.
1. Early Beginnings
1980s: The Advent of Desktop Publishing
• Introduction of Desktop Publishing: Desktop publishing
emerged in the early 1980s, revolutionizing the way printed
materials were created. The term was first popularized with
the introduction of the Apple Macintosh computer, which
brought together graphical user interfaces and WYSIWYG
(What You See Is What You Get) editors, which allowed
users to see their work as it would appear in print.