I’m not entirely sure WHAT this program can do exactly, I have the version 1.0 and I have only used it like once (since I have the full Photoshop I haven’t really had a need to use it).
YOu might want to look for PSP (paint shop pro) by jasc - it’s not anywhere near as good as ps but still has layers, filters and all the basic tools you need…
I’ve been working with elements too and quite fond of it, some good tools that are not even in the normal photoshop, even though it is missing key features…
heh (installing linux a downside??? atleast I find that funny) But you can run GIMP on windows as long as you donwload GTK as well.
Check the website : http://www.gimp.org