Helmut Teschner's Printing and Media Technology has been the recognized professional foundation for training, further education, and study in the field of print media for many years. In its 14th edition, the content has been updated to reflect the current state of technology, with some sections added or shortened. Printing and Media Technology serves as both a textbook and reference work, providing the expertise necessary to acquire professional competence in the printing and media industry. It covers, among other topics: - Media consulting, business processes, project management - Media design - Digital photography and media production in prepress - Computer-to-plate systems in output - Automation, networking, developments in printing technologies - Production and quality control in the manufacturing process - Materials and print processing as well as sustainable production processes.