GIMP 2

   GIMP or GNU Image Manipulation Program is an image editing software that is distributed with no prices. According to their site, GIMP is 'expandable and extensible', designed for any sort of plug in or add ons to be implemented. However, GIMP still manages to hold off on the more simpler things such as photo retouching, cut and crop, etc. An open sourced program, GIMP manages to hold firm and still compete with better known softwares such as the Adobe Series [9].

Figure 3.4 : Interface of GIMP 2

    GIMP has many functions. It's capabilities include image format conversion, an online batch processing system, rendering mass production of images, advanced image manipulation, as well as being utilized as a simple paint program. With so many abilities and features to give, GIMP offers great potential and promise for those who take the time to master it.

   Despite the name, GNU Image Manipulation Program, GIMP supports Linux as well as Windows. GIMP has tons of updates since it's creation and it's current version is GIMP 2.8.10. A free alternative to expensive software such as Photoshop, GIMP is a wonderful image editing software especially for those who strive to learn all of GIMP's tricks and secrets.