Freehand is a hybrid tool for working with bitmap and vector graphics. Fireworks is used to optimize graphics for use on the web. Flash is used to create multimedia presentations including graphics, text, sound, and video. Freehand, Fireworks, and Flash are not free, but can be obtained at a substantial discount through the UIS software information site . Freehand, Fireworks, and Flash are available in some computer labs, including the Picchi Center .
Web browsers are the primary user interface for people interacting with web content.
Comparing web pages in at least two recent web browsers helps to ensure that web pages are accessible to all users. Communicator is a standard application on all personal computers maintained by UIS, including computer labs. Internet Explorer is free. Internet Explorer is a standard application on all personal computers maintained by UIS, including computer labs.