The right software for kids allows them to be productive in minutes, has a limited feature set, focuses the child on the core subject matter, and gets them excited for more.
I don't think that either Photoshop or GIMP meet this for the vast majority of students and classes. I definitely could see some advanced students and high school courses making use it, though.
I think LibreOffice and Notepad++ are just fine and could be used as a drop-in replacement.
I don't think that either Photoshop or GIMP meet this for the vast majority of students and classes. I definitely could see some advanced students and high school courses making use it, though.
I think LibreOffice and Notepad++ are just fine and could be used as a drop-in replacement.