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I suppose the starting point has to be based upon what it is you want to do.
From my own perspective I shoot exclusively in RAW format so I need a program that provides an efficient workflow to process the many images I shoot.
I chose to purchase Lightroom and haven't looked back. Not only does it have some superb tools for RAW processing (which can equally be used for JPEG, TIF and PSD) but it has a very good Library Management module, as well as being able to print directly from the RAW image.
For those images that need some creative editing I use Photoshop CS4 or even Elements.
If you're not into processing large batches of images in a single sitting and need some creative ability I would suggest going for Photoshop Elements.
I have started to use some Open Source (free) Software, "GIMP" as its available for most operating systems, and I have a mix of Windows and Linux PC's.
I find it easy to use once you have set your preference on screen layout and will do most what the paid for programs do.
Its the standard photo program with Ubuntu Linux
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One of the biggest issues in my opinion, since the introduction of commercially available digital cameras, is the large number if images people accummulate.
Editing software is only one aspect of the process. Managing a collection if images that runs into tens of thousands needs to be considered as well.
Programs like GIMP are Ok editors but you still need something to manage your collection. This is where programs like Lightroom, Photoshop Elements and to some extent Photoshop CS4 win out because they provide an integrated solution to both digital asset management and processing and editing.
Lightroom and Elements use a database approach to image management which, in my opinion, is infinitely better than a folder based solution which relies on the user trying to remember what image went into which folder. The ability to Keyword/Tag an image, make collections and do searches of a library with various criteria makes image organisation and retrieval very easy.
As stated Photoshop is at the top whereas PS Elements is the best sensibly priced alternative for any none professional.
I started with Elements 2 then went to Elemants 5.
It's simply not worth updating for at least 3 years after each edition.
Elements 8 is the latest edition.
If anyone is still looking then this may be of interest
I would second Gimp as the best choice. It is a little hard to use at first but there are literally thousands of tutorials that can be found with google. I am quickly becoming quite proficient at it now.
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