Inkscape is frequently mentioned, and lauded, as one of the best examples of open-source
software available today. It is a mature, feature-full and flexible product, thanks to a very
dedicated developer community. The latest version, 0.48, adds new tools, such as the
Airbrush (which many have longed for), and advanced path editing, among many other
additions and improvements.
Vector graphics are becoming increasingly important at the turn of this decade, now that the
World Wide Web has begun its transition towards HTML5 technologies. All the major Web
browsers are striving to conform to the SVG specification, as the attractiveness of scalable,
high definition, three-dimensional, and Flash-free Web sites and games is irresistible. The
future is bright, but the true outcome will ultimately depend on one decisive factor: user and
developer adoption.
This is why a non-proprietary authoring tool such as Inkscape is important: it is a professional
package for creating quality vector graphics which is freely available for everybody to
use. Whether you wish to create Web site mockups, wallpapers to share with an Internet
community, high-quality advertisements for the newspaper industry, digital art for a gallery
exposition, or simply a Happy Birthday for your grandmother, Inkscape is available now and
without limitations, to help you achieve your goal.