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Software question

Discussion in 'Anything goes' started by PCLoadLetter, Jan 27, 2011.

  1. PCLoadLetter

    PCLoadLetter Well-Known Member

    So my wife needs to get InDesign CS5 for her computer for her new editing job. She knew that going in... but didn't know it lists for $699. Yikes.

    So, anyone know of any way to get a legit version cheaper? The best I've found on a quick search is Buy.com at $477. I'm usually not in the market for this sort of thing, so I don't know if there's a better bet I'm missing. (And no, I don't think I want to go the torrent route.)

    Thanks!
     
    PCLoadLetter, Jan 27, 2011
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  2. Hank_Scorpio

    Hank_Scorpio Active Member

    Not sure if it's cheaper or not.

    But Tiger Direct or newegg could help.
     
    Hank_Scorpio, Jan 27, 2011
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  3. mustangj17

    mustangj17 Active Member

    I would just get a non-legit version. Or you could always write it off as a tax deduction which wouldn't be as efficient.

    Maybe nuy the $477 version and write it off.
     
    mustangj17, Jan 27, 2011
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  4. MacDaddy

    MacDaddy Active Member

    You can get the academic version for less than $200, and the whole Creative Suite for not much more. As long as you or someone you know can prove eligibility for the academic version, of course.
     
    MacDaddy, Jan 27, 2011
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  5. PCLoadLetter

    PCLoadLetter Well-Known Member

    Hmmm... we have a middle schooler and my wife's two best friends are teachers.

    I think we have a winner. Thanks!
     
    PCLoadLetter, Jan 27, 2011
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  6. Buck

    Buck Well-Known Member

    Yes, educational discounts are huge for stuff like this.
     
    Buck, Jan 27, 2011
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  7. MacDaddy

    MacDaddy Active Member

    You're welcome. Never pay retail for software again! :)
     
    MacDaddy, Jan 27, 2011
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  8. slappy4428

    slappy4428 Active Member

    Of course, many places require a .edu email address if you're buying online...
     
    slappy4428, Jan 28, 2011
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  9. MacDaddy

    MacDaddy Active Member

    Here's Adobe's requirements:

    http://www.adobe.com/education/purchasing/qualify.html
     
    MacDaddy, Jan 28, 2011
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