Photo Software

Your computer could come with bundled photo software but soon you may find you want more. There is a program called Gimp (GNU Image Manipulation Program) which is free and will suit many users. There are also programs such as Photoshop Elements and Corel Paint Shop Pro and more expensive ones. Avoid buying these off internet auction sites because they could well be illegal copies. The expensive ones will require much time spent learning the program and maybe even additional books, videos and training courses.

These days photo software can take your photos off the memory card, transfer it to your computer, organise, browse, select, edit, manipulate, colour correct, resize and export to different formats. It may also do slide shows and web pages and automate many repetitive tasks. Check photo forums for particular software and recommendations.