I ditched Adobe a long time ago - here are the (cheap or free) Open Source alternatives I'm using now
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Adobe's subscription model remains dominant, yet many creatives seek quality, affordable alternatives. The author champions open source software as a means to maintain a professional digital workflow without reliance on big corporations. Open source allows for longer support for older systems and software that remains available even if a project ceases. While transitioning from Adobe may not suit everyone, many, especially those producing certain common file types, can reap significant benefits by adopting open source tools, achieving both productivity and cost savings.
Imagine a world where software is developed for, and often by, the user community, supporting users long beyond the lifespan of proprietary systems.
In an open source environment, software's availability isn't dictated by corporate decisions, allowing continuous creation and adaptation to user needs.
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