Judging by the numerous CD-ROM reviews appearing
in the public forum (e.g. CD Source Line, CD-ROM on-line
magazine, Anders CD-ROM survey) it is easy to see
how pervasive the 'more is more' philosophy has become.
Many view quantity and sophistication of multimedia
information as important indicators of the value of
an educational CD-ROM. For example, a typical review
of Encarta'96, includes, phrases like, "it's
packed with clever features, top-notch multimedia"
and for The Way Things Work, "beautiful illustrations
prompt wonderful animations...There is lots here...and
it's all very accessible".
One of the main differences is that multimedia allows
for rapid access to multiple representations of information.