| PostScript is a page description language like BASIC, COBOL or C++. One can write code to display or print text or shapes. PostScript has one special feature. It describes the page very accurately. It needs RIP (Raster Image Processor) to print the page. RIP reads the code written in PostScript and renders the page exactly in the form of dots. Now, many printer manufacturers developed PostScript printer drivers to handle PostScript print jobs. |
| Encapsulated PostScript (EPS) is a PostScript program, saved as a single file containing low-resolution preview (encapsulated). It allows to display a preview on the screen. Thus EPS files are easier to save and distribute graphics content. |
| EPS (Encapsulated PostScript) file is a PostScript program that encapsulates a low-resolution image preview inside. Thus, it allows programs to display preview on the screen. |
| PostScript is base for PDF development. However, it is smarter than PostScript. It contains fonts, images, viewing and printing instructions. It has keywords for searching and indexing, interactive hyperlinks, movies etc. It has document security features and password protection. |
| One can use PDF files on different platforms such as Windows, Mac, UNIX, Linux, OS/2 etc. |
| PDF file size can be optimized using low, medium or high resolution. |
| PDF files have protection feature through passwords and encryption. Their use can be restricted to intended purpose: Printing, Document assembly, Content copying, Page extraction, Commenting, Filling of Form fields, Digital signing and Template page creation. |
| PDF files can contain watermarks either behind the page pr on the page for document viewing enhancement. |
| GIRDAC PDF Creator Pro PDF Converter PDF Converter Pro, and PDF Converter Ultimate create PDF files by taking all these advantages of PDF files. |
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