[Digikam-users] Running the software

[Julien Narboux]

Rhys Sage a écrit :
> Hi,
> 
> I'm interested in running digital image software. I've
> not managed to find a lot out about digikam though.
> 
> Can I:
> 1. sharpen
yes
> 2. load Canon RAW or JPEG images from a CF card (via a
> USB reader), filing them in a series of
> program-created date-ordered folders (Like Canon Zoom
> Browser)
yes
> 3. Edit RAW and JPEG images, saving as JPEG
yes
> 4. copy, paste, magic wand
What do you mean by copy paste ? and magic wand ? if it is selection by 
magic wand, then no it is not available in digikam

> 5. Modify white balance and other image settings.
yes
> Basically, I want to do what the Canon software will
> do and some of what Photoshop Elements will do.
> 
> Now the biggie... I have a 64-bit Compaq v2570nr
> laptop. Which O/S should I use? I tried several live
> CDs and a lot just failed to work.
> 
> Is DigiKam available on any Live CD? I'd like to try
> the photo facilities before i commit myself.

I think digikam is available in most live cd because it is part of kde.

Did you checked that your live cds were 64 bit versions ?

Cheers.

Julien