Corel Family Pack 2009 includes hundreds of dollars worth of software for creating documents and spreadsheets, making movies and editing photos. And every program is packed with intuitive tools and learning resources to help you get started. Create letters and reports, budget and plan your household finances, edit your pictures and make family movies. Open, edit and save Microsoft Office files. Take notes and gather information from the Web, emails and documents with the digital notebook. Plus, you get data analysis software and free access to online services. Bring your big ideas to life¿without spending a bundle.

Adobe Elements 3.0 Image Edit Software for Windows is the third version of this amazingly popular digital image and photo editing application. It's no wonder really. Adobe's Photoshop Elements series is geared to you, the casual user, seeking access to image enhancement tools that are simple and easy. While ease-of-use is the key, PE3 adds more power. Adobe Photoshop Elements 3.0 software now provides powerful photo editing functionality plus intuitive organizing and sharing capabilities. Make quick fixes when you need to or use advanced editing options when you want more control. Organize the way you want and show off your creativity with new dynamic slide shows, themed photo e-mail, and more. Make compelling slide shows with transitions, captions, music, and narration Send your photos displayed within your e-mail instead of as attachments, and include decorative backgrounds and frames in a variety of themes Make the most of your valuable photo paper by printing high-quality pages in any layout you want individual or multiple photos

The Mac Box set includes Mac OS X v10.5.6 Leopard, the latest version of the world's most powerful operating system, iLife '09, featuring the new iPhoto '09, iMovie '09, GarageBand '09, iWeb '09, and iDVD, iWork '09, Apple's productivity suite for home and office including Pages '09, Numbers '09, and Keynote '09

Adobe Photoshop Elements 2.0 Software Offers The Perfect Combination Of Power And Simplicity So You Can Do More With Your Photos. From Quick Corrections To Creative Editing You Can Easily Achieve High-quality Results. Whether You Use A Digital Camera Or Scan Traditional Photos Photoshop Elements Makes Digital Imaging A Breeze.

PhotoKey 3 can transport your subjects to any location without ever leaving the studio. Discover a new world of creative possibilities and introduce your clients to the magic of greenscreen and bluescreen photography. High quality results and an intuitive interface make PhotoKey 2 ideal for beginners and professionals alike.

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For every type of image manipulation, Adobe Photoshop is the standard that all other graphics programs strive to emulate. This upgrade boasts additional tools for Web-specific needs, while the interface remains familiar and user-friendly.

Adobe acknowledges the increasing number of Web-based projects that are available for graphic designers by loading this version of Photoshop with handy new Internet-based features. For simple GIF animations, Photoshop allows you to edit the series of frames in its patented tool, Adobe ImageReady. ImageReady also handles image slicing and JavaScript rollovers.

Adobe's History Palette option also makes corrections to a feature that was previously a source of frustration. In the past, when modifying an image with multiple steps, the user had to save various iterations; Photoshop's Undo option only allowed you to step back through one change. This History Palette conveniently displays each version of your work. In the case of an unfortunate aesthetic decision, the user can retrace his or her steps much more easily, right from the open window.

While the load time for the program is considerable, the multitude of tools, drop-down menus, and guides make it worth the wait. Those who are unfamiliar with Photoshop will be amazed by the creativity it inspires. For those looking for the next new thing, this version of the tool brings timesaving, "how did we live without it?" improvements. --Jennifer Buckendorff

Sharpener Pro 3.0 is the most advanced and powerful sharpening solution for photographers, eliminating the guesswork typically required for achieving superior printed results while providing the most control possible. New adaptive sharpening algorithms, award-winning U Point® technology for selective sharpening, and sharpening soft proofing that lets you inspect results before printing all combine to ensure images have the desired sharpness of detail with repeatable, professional results.

Adobe Photoshop Elements 4.0 software for Macintosh combines power and simplicity to help you do it all. Edit and enhance your photos by fixing common flaws instantly or using advanced options for more control—you can even fine-tune the raw files produced by your digital camera. Keep every photo at your fingertips with intuitive search and viewing options. And show off your creativity to family and friends in entertaining ways, including cards, calendars, and more.