Fireworks is a versatile image editing program, specifically designed for creating, editing, and optimizing web graphics and application interfaces. In this tutorial, author James Gonzalez provides an introduction to a handful of Fireworks most important features including a review of the new features in the CS4 version, working with text, creating bitmap and vector images, adding visual effect with Live Filters, creating interactive menus using button symbols, slices and behaviors, and a review of Fireworks�’ powerful image optimizing tools. To begin learning today, simply click on the movie links. * VTC QuickStart! tutorials are available only to registered VTC Online University members.