Macromedia : Freehand, Fireworks, Director, Flash
Here you'll find resources for Macromedia's former graphics software products: Director, Flash, Freehand, and Fireworks. These products were all acquired by Adobe in the 2005-2006 Adobe-Macromedia merger. This section links you to tutorials, tips and tricks, training and technical support resources, xtras, addons, user communities, free downloads, and other useful information for users of the former Macromedia graphics software titles.
As of May 2007, the cross-platform, vector-based illustration software FreeHand has been discontinued by Adobe.
The Adobe-Macromedia merger was announced in April 2005. Here are details from the press release announcing the acquisition.
Whatever you want to do in Flash, these tutorials will help you get a foothold on on the basics of developing your animation skills, as well as a few tips and tricks to help beginners get used to the program tools.
Flash adds animation and dynamic interaction to your Web site. Macromedia Flash and Shockwave are perfect for dynamic Web sites.
The main support page for Macromedia products.
Get trial versions, Web players, product updates, Xtras, and plug-ins for Macromedia products.
A list of forums from the forums.macromedia.com news server. Discuss technical issues and helpful techniques involving Macromedia products with other users and support personnel.
Browse the list of Macromedia User Groups by state or country, or learn more about the
MMUG program.
