HW Creativity

New media fosters creativity in simple, inexpensive way. It is very easy to access tools and resources that allow us to display creativity without having to worry about high costs or stress about finding something helpful. I simple Google search connects us with a wide range of resources that would have been hard to come across in a time where new media was not as accessible as it is today. The possibilities of creating content in new media is vast, and there is so much for us to take advantage of.
We see this in the article, "1+1+1=1 The New Math of Mashups." New media has had a visible impact on the music industry. Mashing up content has become easier and does not require expensive add-ons or features. If someone is interested in music or just wants to 'play around' with their music creativity they can do so without hindrances. "You do it all yourself." It has also made people more independent, they do not require the need of recording studios they just need a computer. "Armed with free time and the right software, people are rifling through the lesser songs of pop music and, in frustration, choosing to make some of them as good as the great ones." Thea article shows that there is always room for creativity in any field. Through the use of new media in mashing up music industry, artists are able to bring a new outlook of existing music. 
The accessibility of new media not only foster creativity, but also opportunities.