I'm not a fan of subscription software for most of the reasons previously mentioned. Fortunately for me I've always had access to the latest Adobe packages through my job. We have no plans to go CC anytime soon. Adobe did make money off our company with their offering though as we decided to upgrade from CS5 To CS6 shortly after the cloud was announced. We're going to see how long we can hold out. I'm happy with that as we don't need to share files outside the office, only use InDesign, Photoshop, Acrobat and, rarely, Illustrator.

I personally don't lust for the latest versions of any software (I'm still trying to talk myself into upgrading to Mountain Lion, lol). A lot of really talented, successful artists use older software because they understand that creativity can't be purchased from Adobe. 

I think if I had needs for compatibility and access to many different packages I might feel differently. You should choose what's right for you knowing the plusses and minuses going in.

I just really hope Adobe isn't successful though. It is a money grab and once they get all the creatives in the fold watch those prices increase. What ya gonna do about it? And don't forget about the great CC crash of a couple of months ago. Had half the industry up in arms.

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