Re: tlug: gimp

[urs roesch <urs@example.com>]

Eric S. Standlee wrote:

> Also, I was wondering if anyone has used the M$ Publisher program and can
> comment on whether gimp measures up to Publisher's capabilities (probably
> could be worded better, please no flames).  I am trying my darnedest to
> get rid of Windoze.  I even have a <marquee>Get rid of Windoze</marquee>
> on my Active Desktop to remind me that I am having to use it again...

M$ Publisher and Gimp are not exactly playing in the same league. Gimp
is an image editor and Publisher a DTP program. If you look for
something that can replace Publisher have a look at Xclamation
<URL:http://www.axene.com>. Xclamation is not free but also not very
expensive (25$). 

urs 

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