Understanding Metamedia

Growing up in the digital age, surrounded by all different types of technology, we sometimes forget how it all really works. We learn how to use different types of technology, but sometimes forget how it came to be. We only see what is right in front of us and not always what goes on behind the scenes of it all. Technology is always evolving and we are always trying to keep up with it and educate ourselves when the newest thing comes out. There are all types of media platforms that can do similar things. Lev Manovich mentioned visualizing patterns as one of these things that many types of media can have in common but are visualized in different ways and displayed differently on many platforms. There are all types of technology that appeal to different people. We may use it the same way or in a particular way, but we are all learning. Technology challenges you to learn what is new, but always has you wanting to learn more.