Here we simply outline our recommended solutions depending on the PDF functions used:īasic functions: if you simply open PDF files to read and/or print them, then please install the Reader solutions mentioned. No change as Adobe has not been available since 2011 Evince appears to be the best. PDF Reader and Editor: PDF-XChange available via CMF. PDF Editor: PDF Expert available via Mac Self-Service. PDF Reader: please use Mac Preview (comes with MacOS)

The new recommended PDF software depends on your operating system: The software below represents the best tools found. Given the positive results, it is now time to replace the PDF software at CERN. The IT Technical User Meeting ( ) was regularly informed of the progress of the PDF replacement project, and the proposed new software has been available since February. Security vulnerabilities in Adobe Acrobat are indeed very high and the company also recently changed its pricing structure and business model which makes a site licence prohibitively expensive for CERN. The IT Department launched a “ PDF replacement project” last year to investigate and test alternative products to Adobe Acrobat.

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