sailor

So basically my university (UNC) insists on distributing damn near everything in PDF format. Fine and good, and I understand the reasons, but here is the problem: I hate Acrobat with a burning, undying passion. Slow, bloated to hell, and manages to make every machine Ive ever used chug and grind, especially when it is starting up. I hate waiting 30 seconds for Acrobat to start up just so I can check to see what the lecture topic is for the day.

Does anyone know of any alternative, lightweight PDF readers out there? Is there even such a thing?

Thanks for the help.

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bendsley

So, did you even look at google before posting here?

Easy way to search is to type "pdf reader -adobe" in the google search area.

FoxIt PDF Reader: http://www.foxitsoftware.com/pdf/rd_intro.php
PDF Reader 2.3: http://www.cadkas.de/downengpdf5.php
xpdf: http://www.foolabs.com/xpdf/ *RECOMMENDED*
eXPert PDF Reader: http://www.download.com/eXPert-PDF-R...-10354227.html

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sailor

Yes, I was looking for suggestions though. I prefer not to install loads of random crap, and was hoping someone had some experience with one they could tell me about.

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WillyPete

There's also an Adobe reader speed up program out there.
It trims down all the DLLs and registry entries and loads the program REALLY quickly.

One here - freeware:
http://www.acropdf.com/

guthmund

Heavens forbid...to come to a discussion board in search of discussion?

I haven't used an actual acrobat alternative, but I have used speed up programs similar to WillyPete's suggestion and have been pleased.

There's also a slimmed down version of acrobat out there for download (no third party programs ).... I can't remember it off the top of my head, but I'll look for it and post accordingly.

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zero2

Preview is a really good pdf reader for the Mac.

Foxit is one for the PC that looks good.