Transcript Adobe Creative Cloud

Adobe Creative Cloud
Who’s Cloud is it?
Michael Toepfer
NH Adobe Users Group
Aug. 13, 2013
What is “The Cloud!”
• Using someone else’s server to host, process
or store data!
What is the Creative Cloud!
• Subscription services for purchasing Adobe
software
• More/Better integration with the web
 Central dashboard to keep your ideas, files, fonts, settings,
notifications, desktop applications, and team members in
sync.
 Web based with team Integration
 Integration with Adobe products
 Web based applications
 Access to fonts/sharing fonts
 Web based file sharing
What is the Creative Cloud!
Types of Adobe Clouds
• Individual
• Teams
• Small Businesses
• Enterprises (such as large companies, government
agencies, and educational institutions)
What does it cost?
The way of the world?
• Other software companies are exploring, or
have similar subscription services
 Autodesk – CAD software
 Microsoft 365
 Windows?
What is in it!
• Cloud contains basically all the Components
of the Master Collection +
 Photoshop
 InDesign
 Acrobat Pro
 Flash
 Fireworks
 Plus additional web content and programs
What is not in it!
• Current stand alone Adobe applications
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ColdFusion
Captivate
Contribute
Photoshop Elements
Acrobat Pro (can be purchased separately)
Cloud Pros!
• Monthly fee lowers up-front cost
• You can withdraw at any point in time!
• Access to full suite of applications on an as
needed basis
• Always using the most up to date software
• All members of your team can use the same
version of software
• Can switch seats among individuals
Cloud Cons!
• If you withdraw you lose your current
software (Note if you drop out you would still have access
to old software that you purchased! Not unlike not
updating!)
• Could be more expensive in the long term
especially if you only use a few applications
• Have to download and install the software –
No hard copies!
• Cost!!!!
How does it work?
• Centralize web site for you/team containing
all the software
• Download and install software as needed
• No need for internet access all the time!
• Central web site for administrating seats
Does it make sense to enroll!
• It depends!
 Each person/group will need to look at the numbers and
decide for yourself. There is no easy or right answer.
• Individuals
 If you tend to use a look of adobe products, keep them
upgraded and do not have access to cheap licenses than
this may be a great deal.
 If you work with a group of individuals especially from
different locations
Creative Cloud and UNH!
• UNH currently evaluating the implications of
the Adobe Cloud
• Use CS6 for next year or so!
• UNH custom Agreement? - Group by group
agreement?
Creative Cloud NOTES!
• IT can set up cloud package! IT can set up a set
of applications for staff
• Mac and Windows version are treated the
same – Can install mac and pc software on
different computers under same membership
– Yes, you can install it on 2 computers!
• Storage cloud – Store files in cloud –
nonmembers can access the files
More Information
• Cloud information:
https://www.adobe.com/products/creativecloud.edu.html
• Pricing: https://www.adobe.com/products/creativecloud/buyingguide.edu.html
• FAQ’s: https://www.adobe.com/products/creativecloud/faq.edu.html
• Adobe TV: http://tv.adobe.com/watch/learn-creative-cloud/creativecloud-whats-it-all-about/
What is the Creative Cloud!
• Subscription services for purchasing Adobe
software
• More/Better integration with the web
 Central dashboard to keep your ideas, files, fonts, settings,
notifications, desktop applications, and team members in
sync.
 Web based with team Integration
 Integration with Adobe products
 Web based applications
 Access to fonts/sharing fonts
 Web based file sharing