MikTex is a free and open-source implementation of the TeX typesetting system. It is primarily used for creating high-quality documents with complex mathematical formulas and symbols.
TexWork is an integrated development environment (IDE) that comes bundled with MikTex. It is used for editing and compiling TeX documents with a user-friendly interface.
MikTex was originally created as a command-line tool and did not have an editor. However, to make it more accessible for users, the developers bundled TexWork with MikTex to provide a graphical interface for editing and compiling TeX documents.
Yes, you can use other editors with MikTex. Some popular options include TeXstudio, TeXmaker, and WinEdt. These editors offer additional features and customization options, but they still rely on MikTex for compiling the documents.
No, you are not required to use TexWork to use MikTex. If you are comfortable with command-line tools, you can use MikTex without an editor. However, using an editor can make the process easier, especially for beginners.