>upgrade to CS4 or even CS5?
The current version is CS6, so it is not possible to upgrade to anything older
Also, be VERY careful with buying old software on eBay... there are MANY fakes and/or hacked versions
Another option is to take a college class and, when you have a student ID to prove your status, buy the education version
Adobe Education
http://www.adobe.com/education/students/studentteacherlicensing/school _listing.html
http://www.adobe.com/education/students/studentteacheredition/eligibil ity.html
All sites below require proof of Education status, per Adobe licensing
Buy at http://www.studica.com/ or https://www.academicsuperstore.com/
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