WordPerfect 12.0 features a core stable of productivity apps but suffers from its poor handling of Microsoft files.
Although it's not as extensive an overhaul as that of version 9, CorelDraw 10 Graphics Suite has lots of new goodies, as well as a new vector-animation program, Corel R.A.V.E, similar in concept to Macromedia Flash.
The company is releasing the new version of its WordPerfect office software, but analysts say it's unlikely to make much headway against Microsoft Office.
Current WordPerfect customers should certainly upgrade to Office 11.0. But SOHO users won't need some of the functionality.
CorelDraw 11 is an easy-to- master, exceptionally powerful program with a luxuriant toolset and a lucid interface. Check out our review of this simple yet powerful graphics package.
Adobe's latest incarnation of Acrobat is top of the line, highly featured software. Just make sure you need all the bells and whistles before you pay the AU$999 price tag.
With its streamlined tools, enhanced nondestructive editing capabilities, and better performance, Adobe Photoshop CS3 will look very attractive to almost any user.
For many years, Adobe Illustrator has set the standard for drawing programs in the print production environment, and with good reason. Version 10.0 also offers more powerful new drawing and automation tools.
In version 10.0, Adobe's top-tier drawing program introduces several hot new features and functions for print and Web design.
Adobe Systems' LiveMotion 1.0 is the first product that truly goes head to head with Macromedia's multimedia-editing program, Fireworks.
Photoshop has long held its spot as the king of image editors. With a pack of regal pretenders, does the latest version still have that royal aura? Our First Take tells you what to expect.
Corel streamlined the interfaces for both CorelDraw (vector illustration) and Photo-Paint (image editing). CorelDraw now lets you create rollover graphics (Web buttons) and optimise graphics for the Web, a la Adobe ImageReady and Macromedia Fireworks.
Final Cut Studio 2 is a solid value and worthy upgrade for serious film editors who work on Macs. However, hobbyists should consider simpler software.
Macromedia devotees should add FreeHand MX to their stable. But it's still not as intuitive as CorelDraw 11.0.
If you're ready to let go of old habits from previous versions of Word and want to make sleeker-looking documents, Microsoft Word 2007 is worth the upgrade. However, less-expensive alternatives handle its core features without the clutter.
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