Foxit Reader
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| Foxit Reader | |
| Developer: | Foxit Software |
|---|---|
| Latest release: | 2.0 Build 0930 / 1 October 2006 |
| OS: | Windows |
| Available language(s): | English |
| Use: | PDF Reader |
| License: | Freeware |
| Website: | http://foxitsoftware.com/pdf/rd_intro.php |
Foxit Reader is a freely available (for non-commercial use) PDF reader for 32-bit Microsoft Windows (95 up to XP, including Mobile), GNU/Linux, and U3. It is notable for its short load time and small filesize, which are sometimes favorably compared to Adobe Reader[1]. Version 1.x was, however, criticised for excessive memory usage[1].
It allows Windows 9x/ME to open Acrobat version 7 files, which the current version of Adobe's Acrobat reader for those operating systems will not.
Foxit also produces a number of other PDF related tools which are sold commercially. In this, their business strategy can be seen to be similar to that of Adobe, who also produces a free PDF Reader and sells commercial PDF software.
[edit] References
- ^ a b Editorial review of Foxit PDF Reader on CNet. Page retrieved on 14 June, 2006.
