In the context of Avid Media Composer, what does "Online" media refer to?

"Online" media in Avid Media Composer refers to media that is fully linked and ready to edit. This means that the media files are connected to the project and can be accessed immediately without any additional processing or transcoding. Online media typically has a high resolution, allowing editors to work with the best quality possible during the editing process.

Working with online media ensures that editors can perform tasks such as color correction, effects application, and precise cutting with the utmost clarity and fidelity, which is essential for a polished final product. This is contrasted with offline media, which is often lower resolution and used primarily for making rough cuts or edits before finalizing the project with online media. The other options discuss scenarios that do not apply to the concept of "online" media, focusing instead on media states or conditions unrelated to the direct readiness for editing.