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Print media refers to physical publications such as newspapers, magazines, and books. Historically, print media was the primary means of mass communication. The invention of the [[printing press]] by Johannes Gutenberg in the 15th century revolutionized the dissemination of information, making it possible to produce books and other printed materials on a large scale. | Print media refers to physical publications such as newspapers, magazines, and books. Historically, print media was the primary means of mass communication. The invention of the [[printing press]] by Johannes Gutenberg in the 15th century revolutionized the dissemination of information, making it possible to produce books and other printed materials on a large scale. | ||
[[Image:Detail-79555.jpg|thumb|center|An old printing press machine with movable type.]] | [[Image:Detail-79555.jpg|thumb|center|An old printing press machine with movable type.|class=only_on_mobile]] | ||
[[Image:Detail-79556.jpg|thumb|center|An old printing press machine with movable type.|class=only_on_desktop]] | |||
Print media has evolved over the centuries, with newspapers becoming a staple of daily life in the 19th and 20th centuries. Despite the rise of digital media, print media continues to hold significance, particularly in regions with limited internet access. | Print media has evolved over the centuries, with newspapers becoming a staple of daily life in the 19th and 20th centuries. Despite the rise of digital media, print media continues to hold significance, particularly in regions with limited internet access. | ||