I believe that Photoshop is the best graphics software for high graphics design.Its latest version is just awesome.
I definitely agree that Photoshop is really the best graphic software out there! And it is easy to use.. I remember when I was a fresh graduate from college, my first job is a web designer. I really don't know much about Photoshop then but when I get along with the job, I find it very useful...
I am a long time PSP user. I have GIMP and PhotoShop CS2, but whenever I want to design something quick, I always open PSP. If you are on a limited budget, then PSP definitely will fit the bill as it's under $100 US whereas PhotoShop is in the $500 range. GIMP is free, but limited in what it can do in comparison to both the other programs. It excels in vector graphics.
Photoshop and Illustrator CS3 are powerful design tools when used together. CS3 are my favorites, and not CS4 because its just to laggy. Might just be me but it was horrible.
Get Photoshop mate. I've been using it for about 4 years and it's never let me down. Highly packed with features and professional tools. Good for web design
simple answer: photoshop. you can visualize what's on your mind.. also photoshop in latest version more friendly with another 3d and design software.