If you’re looking for the program that creates PDF files, you need Adobe Acrobat 8. In case you didn’t know Adobe Acrobat 8 Professional software enables business professionals to reliably create, combine, and control Adobe PDF documents for easy, more secure distribution, collaboration, and data collection.
Adobe have also just released an update that makes it Microsoft Windows Vista and Office 2007 compatible. Download it here.
Here’s the list of the NEW features for Adobe Acrobat 8 Professional:
Combine multiple files into a PDF package Combine multiple files into a searchable, sortable PDF package that maintains the individual security settings and digital signatures of each included PDF document.
Auto-recognize form fields Automatically locate form fields in static PDF documents and convert them to interactive fields that can be filled electronically by anyone using free Adobe Reader® software*. (Windows only)
Manage shared reviews Easily conduct shared reviews — without IT assistance — that allow review participants to see one another’s comments and track the status of the review.
Enable advanced features in Adobe Reader Enable anyone using Adobe Reader* to participate in document reviews, fill and save electronic forms offline**, and digitally sign documents.
Permanently remove sensitive information Permanently remove metadata, hidden layers, and other concealed information, and use redaction tools to permanently delete sensitive text, illustrations, or other content.
Archive Microsoft Outlook e-mail in PDF Configure Acrobat 8 Professional to automatically archive e-mail in Microsoft Outlook for easy search and retrieval. (Windows only)
Archive Lotus Notes e-mail Convert e-mail in Lotus Notes to Adobe PDF to facilitate searching, archiving, and retrieval. (Windows only)
Save in Microsoft Word Take advantage of improved functionality for saving Adobe PDF files as Microsoft Word documents, retaining the layout, fonts, formatting, and tables.
Enjoy improved performance and support for AutoCAD More rapidly convert AutoCAD® drawing files into compact, accurate PDF documents, without the need for the native desktop application.
Take advantage of a new, intuitive user interface Complete tasks more quickly with a streamlined user interface, new customizable toolbars, and a “Getting Started” page to visually direct you to commonly used features.
