What is LaTeX? Is it Formula Writing Software?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around LaTeX, exploring its nature as a tool for writing formulas and its utility within the forum context. Participants inquire about its functionality and seek resources for learning how to use it.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • David questions whether LaTeX is formula writing software for the forum, expressing interest in its usefulness.
  • Some participants express enthusiasm for LaTeX, with one mentioning a tutorial thread by chroot that includes links to PDF files of basic code.
  • Multiple participants ask how to obtain and learn to use LaTeX, indicating a desire for guidance and resources.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally express a positive view of LaTeX, but there is no consensus on specific methods for obtaining or learning it, as multiple inquiries remain unanswered.

Contextual Notes

Some participants reference external resources, but there are no detailed explanations of LaTeX's features or capabilities provided in the discussion.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in learning about LaTeX, particularly for writing formulas and technical documents, may find this discussion relevant.

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Whats "LaTeX " is it formula writing software for the forum? - sounds useful
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Latex?

How to i get and how do i learn how to use it sorry ^^
 
matibtst said:
How to i get and how do i learn how to use it sorry ^^

here:

mbrmbrg said:
LaTex rocks! chroot has a thread in the tutorial section with links to PDF files of basic code.
 
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