Store photos outside of iPhoto’s library

Or, you know, just don’t use iPhoto. Use Picasa or anything else. I hate iPhoto. It’s the most worthless piece of software. Well, its in a tie with iMovie and iDVD. At least iDVD does something.

Store Photos Outside of iPhoto’s Library

Despite its powerful cataloging tools and easy-to-use editing features, many users are still nervous about committing their photo library to iPhoto. The program’s approach to storing images feels a little like the photography version of Hotel California: your pictures check-in, but they can never leave. That may be fine if you don’t often venture beyond iPhoto’s borders; but what if you want to take advantage of the advanced image-adjustment tools in programs such as Aperture or Lightrooom?