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Adobe Flash CS4 Professional
 Flash becomes friendlier and more fun to explore as CS4 introduces a faster approach to animation, making this a worthwhile upgrade for both beginners and seasoned programmers.
Review date: 11/19/2008 Specs:
1 user =Complete package =Microsoft Windows XP SP2 or later =Microsoft Windows Vista Business SP1 =Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate SP1 =Microsoft Windows Vista Enterprise SP1 =Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium SP1 =1 GHz or faster (Windows) =Intel Multicore 1 GHz =PowerPC G5 (Mac) =DVD-ROM =XGA monitor =Internet connection =1 GHz or faster (Windows) =Intel Multicore =PowerPC G5 (Mac) =1 GHz=Windows =QuickTime 7.1.2
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8.3
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Microsoft Expression Web
Microsoft Expression Web is a solid Web site layout program that replaces FrontPage and offers tools for dynamic designs, although we'd like more help for newbies.
Review date: 05/21/2007 Specs:
License =Microsoft Windows Vista =Microsoft Windows XP SP2 or later =Microsoft Windows Server 2003 SP1 or later =Intel Pentium 700 =700 MHz =700 MHz =700 MHz =SVGA monitor =Intel Pentium 700 =700 MHz=Windows
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7.0
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Adobe Flash CS3 Professional
 Adobe has improved the speed of Flash and its integration with other CS3 apps, although flashy new features are few. Plus, Flash now works natively on Intel-based Macs.
Review date: 04/23/2007 Specs:
Intel Pentium 4 =Intel Xeon =Intel Core Duo =PowerPC G4 =PowerPC G5 =DVD-ROM =Intel Pentium 4 =Intel Xeon =Intel Core Duo =PowerPC G4 =PowerPC G5
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8.0
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Namo WebEditor Suite 2006
A terrific Web editor for the price, Namo 2006 is an excellent choice for anyone looking to move up from basic freeware.
Review date: 04/18/2006 Release date: 09/01/2005 Specs:
1 user =Complete package =Microsoft Windows XP =Microsoft Windows 2000 =Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition =Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition =550 MHz =XGA monitor =550 MHz=Windows =Internet Explorer 4.0 or later =Netscape Navigator 6.2 or later
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7.0
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FrontPage 2003
If you need a midlevel Web site design app, Microsoft FrontPage 2003 is a good choice, but professionals should use Macromedia Dreamweaver instead.
Review date: 03/15/2006 Release date: 01/27/2006 Specs:
1 user =Complete package =Microsoft Windows XP or later =Microsoft Windows 2000 SP3 or later =180 MB=Intel Pentium 233 MHz =128 MB=CD-ROM =SVGA monitor =Intel Pentium =233 MHz=Windows
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6.7
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Macromedia Fireworks 8
The upgrade to this top-flight Web graphics editor makes Fireworks 8 easier to use, but newbies will confront a steep learning curve.
Review date: 10/03/2005 Release date: 08/08/2005 Specs:
1 user =Complete package =Apple MacOS X 10.3 =Apple MacOS X 10.4 =Microsoft Windows XP =Microsoft Windows 2000 =Pentium III =PowerPC G3 600 MHz 800 MHz =600 MHz =600 MHz =8 =XGA monitor =Pentium III =PowerPC G3 600 MHz =800 MHz=600 MHz=MacOS =Windows
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7.7
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Macromedia Dreamweaver 8
Faster, easier to use, and more powerful than the previous version, Dreamweaver 8 is a worthy upgrade for professionals, but amateurs should stick with a less complicated app, such as HomeSite.
Review date: 09/09/2005 Release date: 09/09/2005 Specs:
1 user =Complete package =Apple MacOS X 10.3 =Apple MacOS X 10.4 =Microsoft Windows XP =Microsoft Windows 2000 =800 MHz =600 MHz =600 MHz =8 =XGA monitor =800 MHz=600 MHz=MacOS =Windows
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7.7
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Adobe GoLive Creative Suite 2.0
GoLive CS2 may not win over converts from market leader Macromedia Dreamweaver, but this upgrade plays up its strengths, namely integration with other Adobe software.
Review date: 04/20/2005
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7.3
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Adobe GoLive Creative Suite 2.0 (Mac)
GoLive CS2 may not win over converts from market leader Macromedia Dreamweaver, but this upgrade plays up its strengths, namely integration with other Adobe software.
Review date: 04/20/2005 Specs:
1 user =Complete package =Apple MacOS X 10.2.8 - 10.3.8 =CD-ROM =Internet connection =MacOS =QuickTime 6.5
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7.3
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GoLive CS2
GoLive CS2 may not win over converts from market leader Macromedia Dreamweaver, but this upgrade plays up its strengths, namely integration with other Adobe software.
Review date: 04/20/2005 Specs:
1 user =Complete package =Microsoft Windows XP SP1 =Microsoft Windows 2000 SP3 =Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4 =CD-ROM =Internet connection =Windows =QuickTime 6.5
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7.3
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Adobe GoLive CS2 - ( v. 8.0 ) - media
GoLive CS2 may not win over converts from market leader Macromedia Dreamweaver, but this upgrade plays up its strengths, namely integration with other Adobe software.
Review date: 04/20/2005 Specs:
Media =Apple MacOS X 10.2.8 - 10.3.8 =8.0 =CD-ROM =XGA monitor =MacOS
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7.3
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Adobe GoLive CS2 - ( v. 8.0 ) - media
GoLive CS2 may not win over converts from market leader Macromedia Dreamweaver, but this upgrade plays up its strengths, namely integration with other Adobe software.
Review date: 04/20/2005 Specs:
Media =Microsoft Windows XP SP1 =Microsoft Windows XP SP2 =Microsoft Windows 2000 SP3 =Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4 =8.0 =CD-ROM =XGA monitor =Windows
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7.3
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Adobe Atmosphere
Atmosphere is a decent prosumer app for small businesses and educators who want to promote an interactive Web experience.
Review date: 07/02/2004 Release date: 10/22/2003
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7.0
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GoLive CS for Windows
GoLive CS is a solid Web-site creation option for designers, but only as part of the Creative Suite package from Adobe.
Review date: 01/12/2004 Release date: 10/28/2003 Specs:
1 user =Complete package =Microsoft Windows 2000 SP3 or later =200 MB=Pentium III =128 MB=CD-ROM =Pentium III =Windows
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7.0
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Dreamweaver MX 2004
 If you need the latest and greatest in Web site development, Dreamweaver is the best investment; but it's overkill for casual users.
Review date: 08/25/2003 Release date: 08/25/2003 Specs:
1 user =Complete package =Apple MacOS X 10.3 =Microsoft Windows XP =Microsoft Windows 2000 =Apple MacOS X 10.2.6 or later =Microsoft Windows Server 2003 =Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition =600 MHz =600 MHz =500 MHz =CD-ROM =600 MHz=500 MHz=MacOS =Windows
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8.0
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Macromedia Fireworks MX 2004
 Fireworks MX 2004's simple design and powerful tools make it the best Web graphics app for both novices and pros.
Review date: 08/25/2003 Release date: 08/25/2003 Specs:
1 user =Complete package =Apple MacOS X 10.2.6 =Microsoft Windows XP =Microsoft Windows 2000 =Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition =600 MHz =600 MHz =500 MHz =CD-ROM =600 MHz=500 MHz=MacOS =Windows
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8.6
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Macromedia Contribute 2.0
Macromedia Contribute makes it easy for nonprogrammers to work on Web pages, but beware of sluggish performance and limited editing features.
Review date: 08/25/2003 Release date: 06/17/2003 Specs:
1 user =Complete package =Apple MacOS X 10.1.5 =Apple MacOS X 10.2.5 =Apple MacOS X 10.2.6 =Microsoft Windows XP =Microsoft Windows 2000 =Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition =Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition =60 MB=128 MB=2 =CD-ROM =MacOS =Windows
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7.0
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Macromedia Contribute for Windows
If you or your employees must regularly update a Web site but can't comprehend most Web-creation tools, consider Contribute.
Review date: 12/16/2002 Release date: 12/03/2002 Specs:
1 user =Complete package =Microsoft Windows NT =Microsoft Windows XP =Microsoft Windows 2000 =Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition =Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition =40 MB=Pentium II 300 MHz =64 MB=CD-ROM =Pentium II =300 MHz=Windows
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7.5
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Flash MX
If you're a sophisticated developer who needs the powerful options Flash offers, turn to Macromedia Flash MX. But for a program that's just as hefty, much easier to use, and significantly less expensive, try Adobe LiveMotion.
Review date: 05/01/2002 Specs:
1 user =Complete package =Microsoft Windows XP =Microsoft Windows 2000 =Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 =Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition =Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition =85 MB=Intel Pentium 200 MHz =64 MB=CD-ROM =SVGA monitor =Intel Pentium =200 MHz=Windows
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8.0
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Namo WebEditor 5.0
 Although Namo WebEditor has a WYSIWYG view, its lack of HTML help and its strong site-management features make it more suitable for experienced Web builders who are looking for a cheaper alternative to Adobe GoLive.
Review date: 03/13/2002 Specs:
1 user =Complete package =Microsoft Windows 95 =Microsoft Windows 98 =Microsoft Windows XP =Microsoft Windows 2000 =Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 =Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition =12 MB=64 MB=5 =CD-ROM =Windows
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8.0
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Adobe GoLive 6.0
 GoLive is our favorite professional-level HTML editor for anyone who's serious about designing and coding or managing a company Web site. However, the program can easily overwhelm hobbyists.
Review date: 03/13/2002 Specs:
1 user =Complete package =Microsoft Windows 98 =Microsoft Windows XP =Microsoft Windows 2000 =Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition =90 MB=Pentium II 400 MHz =96 MB=6.0 =CD-ROM =Pentium II =400 MHz=Windows
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9.0
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Homesite 5.0
 This new and improved version of an outstanding code editor is more stable and remarkably well tailored toward the professional Web developer.
Review date: 10/22/2001 Specs:
1 user =Complete package =Microsoft Windows 98 =Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 =Microsoft Windows XP Professional =Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional =Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition =40 MB=Intel Pentium =64 MB=5.0 =CD-ROM =Mouse or compatible device =Intel Pentium =Windows
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9.0
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FrontPage version 2002
The Usage Analysis Reports are reason enough to upgrade from version 2000. And if you are a small-business owner, consider buying FrontPage, as it has a special add-in just for you.
Review date: 01/30/2001 Specs:
1 user =Complete package =Microsoft Windows 98 =Microsoft Windows NT =Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional =Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition =Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition =165 MB=Intel Pentium 133 MHz =64 MB=CD-ROM =VGA monitor =Mouse or compatible device =Intel Pentium =133 MHz=Windows
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7.0
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Dreamweaver 4.0: Win9X/ME/NT/2K
Dreamweaver continues to be one of the best Web editors on the market. If you have avoided it because it is a visual editor, it is now time to buy.
Review date: 01/23/2001 Specs:
1 user =Complete package =Microsoft Windows 95 =Microsoft Windows 98 =Microsoft Windows 2000 =Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 SP5 =Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition =110 MB=Intel Pentium 166 MHz =32 MB=4.0 =CD-ROM =Intel Pentium =166 MHz=Windows
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7.0
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Flash 5.0: Win9X/2K/NT4
Flash 5.0 is a compelling upgrade, even if you stick to producing Flash Player 4.0 content. The improved scripting interface and sophisticated graphics tools make it well worth the price.
Review date: 09/28/2000 Specs:
1 user =Complete package =Microsoft Windows 95 =Microsoft Windows 98 =Microsoft Windows 2000 =Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 =40 MB=Intel Pentium 133 MHz =32 MB=5.0 =CD-ROM =Intel Pentium =133 MHz=Windows
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8.0
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