Dia
Source for drawing information on windows
Dia is a simple open source application for drawing and editing diagrams. The program gives you only what you need to create a design of a certain level and does not burden you with unnecessary functionality and information. Unlike commercial Windows "Visio", it is not aimed at creating official documentation, but rather at working use.
Dia allows for easy and straightforward creation and editing of diagrams, without the clutter of unnecessary features and functions.
- Dia can be used to create different kinds of diagrams;
- Currently, the program includes special objects designed to create block diagrams of program algorithms, database diagrams, network diagrams in the field of electrics, hydraulics and programming;
- Dia allows you to add written support for new forms of simple XML files, using a subset of SVGs to create shapes;
- in Dia, you can download and save charts in custom XML format (files are compressed by default to save space);
- The application allows you to export charts in various formats, including EPS, SVG, Xfig, WMF and PNG;
- Dia allows you to print documentation, including multi-page documentation.
PROS
Great for technical and non-technical users alike.
Free and open source.
CONS
Interface can feel outdated and clunky.
Lacks collaborative editing features for team projects.
