(San Jose, California) the software company that pioneered the PostScript command language for output devices and introduced the portable document format. Adobe is also a leader in producing high-quality font and desktop publishing software. Its recent purchase of Macromedia extends its product range into Web design applications.
(San Jose, California) the software company that developed the PDF format for distributing documents on the web, the freely available Acrobat reader for viewing PDF files, and the PostScript command language for output devices. Other products include Photoshop, Illustrator, GoLive, PageMaker, Premiere for digital video production, and a library of type styles. See PDF, and Post Script. Web address: www.adobe.com/
provider of desktop publishing and imaging software, founded in 1982. Adobe products, including Acrobat, Photoshop, and PageMaker, are used by graphic designers, art directors, prepress professionals, and publishers. Adobe products are widely used for web site development, image editing, and electronic publishing. Adobe can be found at www.adobe.com.
