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Choosing a CAT tool for the first time
Thread poster: angieangela
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Another approach Apr 5, 2014

Robert Rietvelt wrote:
When cat tools came in, I choosed strategically for the most common/asked tool, which was then, and still is Trados/Studio.

At about the same time - late last century - I also decided I wanted a CAT tool. My approach to make the choice was completely different from yours, Robert. In those days, there were flame wars about the two leading - almost only - available CAT tools, Trados and DejaVu, going on various forums on the subject. Knowing absolutely nothing about those tools, I decided based on the features of the tool, and the perceived intelligence of its users.

not the best or the cheapest

"Best" is disputable, and I think all tools can do basically the same things, including editing projects set up in other tools. Preference is a matter of taste, and "must have features" that can vary.
"Cheapest" is more tangible, but keep in mind that "purchase" costs aren't always the only costs. Some tools require money for support and upgrades/updates.

Also because of the shape our industry is in, I agree with quite a few earlier posters: Try OmegaT first. Free as in free beer and libre.

Cheers,

Hans (who doesn't use OmegaT, by the way)


 
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