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Website offers tiny, functional duplicates of Adobe, Pro Tools, and Word

A user discovered a website that offers seemingly duplicated versions of professional software like Adobe suite, Pro Tools, and Word. These applications are remarkably small in size and appear to function correctly, prompting speculation about the underlying technology, possibly involving Rust or bloat reduction. The user expressed a mix of awe and unease at this development, given their past experience with these software packages. AI

IMPACT This development could signal new methods for software distribution or creation, potentially impacting traditional software licensing and development.

RANK_REASON The item discusses a website offering functional, albeit small, versions of professional software, which falls under the category of AI-adjacent tools or services.

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Website offers tiny, functional duplicates of Adobe, Pro Tools, and Word

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The item discusses a website offering functional, albeit small, versions of professional software, which falls under the category of AI-adjacent tools or services.
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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    I went back to the site that has “duplicated” the Adobe suite and discovered they now have Pro Tools and Word. This time I downloaded some apps. They’re tiny co

    I went back to the site that has “duplicated” the Adobe suite and discovered they now have Pro Tools and Word. This time I downloaded some apps. They’re tiny compared to the originals … how in hell… is that by using ‘rust’? Or loss of bloat? (I am Not a coder) It’s Pro Tools, it …