Users of the Second Life online world create a rich three dimensional worldaround them. Much of this creation is done inside of the actual Second Lifeworld. However, it is necessary to use third party programs to createcompelling content for Second Life. Through rich full-color images thisbook guides the beginning Second Life content creator through third partyprograms such as Adobe Photoshop, Avimator, GIMP, Audacity and Sculptypaint.Topics such as transparent images, alpha channels, audio editing, threedimensional animation and sculpting are covered. This book presents a quickstart guide to each of these programs, from a Second Life perspective.