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Software Tutorials
Do you have software you don’t know how to use? Here are some resources to get a handle on a variety of software:
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lynda.com adobesoftwaretuorials.com designertoday.com/Tutorials softutorials.com allgraphicdesign.com |
Software Guides
Want to streamline your workflow? Learn the quick key commands for the most popular software. Here are a few great software guides.
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Dreamweaver
Adobe Fireworks
Adobe Flash
Final Cut Pro
Quark
Microsoft Word
Also check out more guides at:
customguide.com
Nobledesktop.com
I know you're wondering if you can buy the software and share it with your friends to save money. Though this may seem so easy to do, it is illegal unless otherwise specified on the software. Some software, like Microsoft Office for Students, will allow you to download the software on up to three computers, so always double-check.
Do you need software, but are completely deflated by the site of the cost? Here are some orthodox options, as well as less expensive alternatives to software purchasing.
This website sells the Beta-version of the software. This means you download the files from their website that includes just the software and the serial number. It doesn't include the manuals or the ability to upgrade the software. It is really inexpensive though, and most importantly...legal.
cheap-software-megastore.com
Adobe software can be expensive, but as a student you do get the education discount.
adobe.com/education
These are more sites that offer the educational discount on software and carry more than just Adobe software.
AcademicSuperstore.com
journeyed.com