TrueColor

• The main advantage of using TrueColor is that it allows images to contain many different colors simultaneously. However, the disadvantage is that TrueColor images can use large amounts of memory or file storage.
  
  
• The main advantage of using a palette is that it saves on memory and file storage. The disadvantage is that images with palettes can only contain a limited number of different colors (the number of colors being determined by the size of the palette).

• Bit Depth (Definition)
  
  
• Color Depth (Definition)
  
  
• Palette (Definition)

• Computer Graphics Dictionary (Advances in Computer Graphics and Game Development Series)

  Charles River Media Hardcover (460 pages) Product Description: The popularity of special effects movies and the video game industry has introduced thousands of new terms, techniques, and software applications to both the computing professional and the general user. Unfortunately, these graphics creations represent a convergence of expertise from several different subject areas, resulting in a lack of familiarity with many terms. This unique dictionary includes over 4,000 definitions and illustrations from the computer graphics world, including those from digital filmmaking, animation, programming, mathematics, holography, photorealism, lighting, character creation, game development, modeling, and more. List Price: $49.95 Lowest New Price: $4.00 Lowest Used Price: $0.04 Usually ships in 24 hours (As of 13:18 Pacific 21 May 2008 More Info) Buy It Now

  
  
  
• Graphic Design Speak: A Visual Dictionary for Clients and Designers

  By Anistatia Miller Rockport Publishers Hardcover (160 pages) Book Description: What does a client or art director really mean when they say "I want a clean look" or "The design should be bold"? Graphic Design Speak offers the answers in an easy-to-follow format that both clients and designers can use as points of reference in design briefs or strategy meetings. This book is an essential tool for any designer seeking to gain a better knowledge of the wants and needs of their clients. --Over 200 color projects showing specific design solutions to answer client demands --An international gathering of designers, studios, and ad agencies --Quotes, tips, and anecdotes from both designers and clients List Price: $40.00 Lowest Used Price: $10.00 (As of 13:18 Pacific 21 May 2008 More Info) Buy It Now