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If I learn how to use InDesign CS2 on a PC will I be able to use the program on a Mac as well or are there a lot of differences. I know how to use the Mac so the operating systm is not an dissue. What about other Adobe applications? Is knowledge on PC easily transferred to a Mac.
Thanks,
Hi Garry, thanks for the question.
I have to admit, I haven't used InDesign on a PC and haven't really used a PC since Windows 98... As far as I know from the books I read, seminars I attend and other users, there aren't any differences to the applications themselves if you're familiar with the respective operating systems.
Good luck, hope this helps!
Scott
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