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Software Downloads

The Internet has changed the world of software development forever. Today, there is a whole new market for small and large software developers. Thanks to this development, there are literally thousands of useful shareware and freeware programs currently available on the Web.

Shareware is software you can download and use for free on a temporary basis. If you like it, you can pay a small fee to continue using it. Freeware is software distributed without license fees that anyone can use for free.

We've compiled a list of some of the most popular, as well as some of the most useful, shareware and freeware we've come across. We've included everything from Web browsers and e-mail programs to graphic and multimedia applications. We've also thrown in system utilities that will help ensure efficient completion of your next project with us.

Layout and Design

When you are working on your latest project, there are many tools that can improve the process to allow your creativity to flow. From simple graphic conversion utilities and image viewers to commercial software packages, our list of recommended Layout & Design software is a good starting place for helping you create a masterpiece.

QuarkXpress
Adobe Creative Suite
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Acrobat
Adobe Freehand
Markzware Flightcheck      Download Designer Demo
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File Compression

If you're downloading files off the Internet, or sending project files to our customer service representatives or FTP site, you'll need a compression utility to make your files smaller. The software applications listed offer a wide range file formats, including .zip, .bin, and .hqx. Our list of File Compression software is a good starting place for helping you send or archive your files.

Windows

StuffIt Expander/DropStuff
If you're downloading files off the Internet, or sending files to friends and coworkers, you need this utility. StuffIt Expander allows to decompress and use a wide range file formats, including .zip, .bin, and .hqx. DropStuff with Expand Enhancer allows you to easily compress files with drag and drop, and adds features to Stuffit Expander.
WinZip
WinZip is a popular file compression utilities for the PC. If you're sending and downloading files over the Internet, this is a necessary program. It works with a number of formats, including .zip and .hqx.

Macintosh

StuffIt Expander/DropStuff
If you're downloading files off the Internet, or sending files to friends and coworkers, you need this utility. StuffIt Expander allows to decompress and use a wide range file formats, including .zip, .bin, and .hqx. DropStuff with Expand Enhancer allows you to easily compress files with drag and drop, and adds features to Stuffit Expander.

Internet Software

The Internet can be a great tool and resource for your business. However, to take advantage of all the features available via our Web site and around the Internet, you'll need the right software. Get the latest versions of the most popular Web browsers, FTP clients, and E-mail applications by starting with our Internet Software list.

Windows

Adobe Acrobat Reader (PDF Software)
Download and view PDF (Portable Document Format) files with Adobe Acrobat Reader. Also comes with a plug-in for your Web browser that allows you to view Acrobat documents on the Web.
FTP Explorer (FTP Software)
This Windows FTP client features a drag-and-drop interface, bookmarking, and a host of other features.
CuteFTP (FTP Software)
This Windows FTP client features a drag-and-drop interface, bookmarking, and a host of other features. The latest version has improved support and help files, and has been fixed to make it smaller and faster.
Internet Explorer (Web Browser)
Internet Explorer is the default web browser for Windows, and is the most popular browser in the world. The most recent versions of Internet Explorer come bundled with Outlook Express, Microsoft's powerful e-mail client.
Mozilla (Web Browser)
Mozilla is an open source browser developed by the folks at Netscape (though Netscape is a completely different program). Mozilla is designed to be high performance, running very quickly and efficiently, while also boasting support for major Web standards. It also offers certain features, such as tabbed browsing, that are not available in Internet Explorer.
Outlook Express (E-mail Software)
Outlook Express is the easy way to send e-mail and participate in Internet newsgroups. Even if you've never sent e-mail before, Outlook Express makes it simple by including a setup wizard to help you get started. If you're switching from another e-mail program, the import function lets you transfer your address book and messages quickly and easily.
WS FTP (FTP Software)
A Windows FTP client designed with the new FTP user in mind. A free version is available for educational and noncommercial use.

Macintosh

Adobe Acrobat Reader (PDF Software)
Download and view PDF (Portable Document Format) files with Adobe Acrobat Reader. Also comes with a plug-in for your Web browser that allows you to view Acrobat documents on the Web.
Fetch (FTP Software)
Fetch is an easy-to-use, full-featured FTP client for the Apple Macintosh.
Internet Explorer (Web Browser)
Internet Explorer is a free, award-winning Web browser. Explorer makes it easy to view and find information on the Internet. Enjoy Internet Scrapbook, the Auction Manager, and many other Mac-first features.
Outlook Express (E-mail Software)
Outlook Express is a free, award-winning e-mail program that makes it easy to send and receive e-mail messages, manage contact information, and participate in newsgroups.
Safari (Web Browser)
Safari is Apple's very own browser. Safari's performance and speed is among the best of any web browser, and comes with advanced features such as tabbed browsing, Google integration, and a bookmarks manager. Safari will only run on Mac OS X.
Transmit (FTP Software)
Transmit is a very simple and easy-to-use FTP client based on the Mac OS. The latest version of Transmit, which requires Mac OS X, is closely integrated with the new OS to provide even better performance.

Fonts & Typography

If you have ever attempted to create the perfect project, we're certain that a larger selection of fonts would have been useful. We've compiled a list of online font libraries for you to get just the right look for your next project.

Commercial Font Libraries

Adobe Type Library
Fonts.com
Bitstream, Inc.
Emigre Fonts
FontHaus
Linotype Library

Free Fonts & Shareware Libraries

About.Com's Free Font Library
Chank
Fontcraft's Scriptorium
Larabie Fonts
The Font Pool
Font Empire

Stock Photography

Need the perfect photo for your next project? We've compiled a list of online image libraries for you to get just the right look for your next project.

Commercial Image Libraries

GettyOne
IStockPhoto
Index Stock Imagery
Creatas
Comstock
Corbis

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