Unfortunately, we've found the VTC login system to be unduly restrictive. If you choose to use a training course, then close your browser window, and attempt to login again, you'll often get the message shown in Figure B.

FIGURE B


Uh oh! I don't think they love me anymore. Roll over picture for a larger image.

During this review, I found that I needed to install QuickTime again. I did so, and then, subsequently, got the screen shown above repeatedly. A call to customer service was not returned.

Overall, though, we strongly recommend VTC as a very useful resource to have around -- and not just for is graphics-related programming. If you're stuck trying to figure out something in Windows, in Office, on your Mac, and even in some arcane Web programming areas, there's likely a VTC course and lesson that can help. However, due to VTC's restrictive login system and lack of customer service responsiveness, we've got to take an extra point off our rating.

OUR RATING: 3 of 5

Mike McHugh is Australia's Premier Photoshop & InDesign Trainer and co-author of the new How to Wow InDesign book. As a Certified Adobe Expert and Certified Training Provider, Mike has been partnering with Adobe for almost three years. Mike is often called upon by Adobe Systems to speak at functions and provide support for Adobe customers. Wayne Rankin is the recipient of many awards, both in print and new media, and has been published in many Australian and international publications. Wayne co-founded the Australian Graphic Design Association {AGDA) in 1988, and served as National and Victorian president for four years. He is also a member of the National School of Design's Advisory Committee at Swinburne University of Technology. For more information visit http://www.software-cinema.com.