Adobe InDesign is a newer version of Adobe PageMaker, a desktop publishing program.
What does that mean??
Well, it means that both are tools to be used for design and layout purposes. InDesign is the perfect choice for making any document that needs some creative layout, from posters to newspapers. It offers all kinds of features to modify your text and images, which can work together in interesting ways to create a unique and professional design.
Adobe® InDesign® CS5
Adobe Indesign CS5 is the latest version of Indesign Software. which provides precise control over typography and built-in creative tools for designing, preflighting, and publishing documents for print, online, or to mobile devices. Include interactivity, animation, video, and sound in page layouts to fully engage readers. Streamline creative reviews using CS Review, part of CS Live online services*, complimentary for a limited time.
Is Indesign meant for only Print Design?
No. it is not meant only for Print Designing.
With indesign we can create Designs for both Print and web media.
Print Media: Quickly create stunning print work using a variety of productivity and production tools including simplified object selection and editing, Live Preflight, PDF export in the background, custom print presets and more.
Rich Media: Design a rich array of interactive documents from digital brochures, to eBooks to interactive magazines. Add interactivity, animation and rich media such as video and sound. Export your documents as SWF for playback in the Flash player or interactive PDF.
In short Indesign is like an ocean.....
