50 Free Programs also gives you hints and tips on where to look for free software and preferred ways to download it. This eBook introduces you to some programs with forums and support groups that can help you learn and grow with the vision of free software. Free Software frequently referred to as OpenWare or OpenSource Software, (OSS) has come a long way in recent years and is now preferred by many users. With true OpenSource Free Software, not only are the programs free so are the updates!
Sunday, January 16, 2011
Photography
It seems like the development of digital cameras has given everyone a renewed interest in photography. We all have cameras; there are cameras in our phones and webcams in our computers. The program choices for processing your pics are overwhelming. Some of us choose to use the software that came with the camera; most of the time that software is limiting. Others choose to purchase large programs, many of which are industry standards for professionals but the average shutterbug will never use all the features that are available. We pay big bucks for features we will never use and are hard to learn. I love some of those large expensive programs, but quite frankly with constant updates the learning curve can be overwhelming. Imagine having free software that can help you sort and rate your photos helping you to decide what to keep, archive or delete. Free software can get the red out of eyes, resize or crop your photos, make them lighter or darker, adjust color and increase or decrease contrast with the click of a mouse. When you get all done you can create a digital scrapbook or share them online. All these features are available with free software.