Graphics for dreamwaver

Hi,
I am currently learning Dreamwaver and I would like to know what's the best and easiest adobe program to use to prepare graphics for my sites.
Thanks.

My main reason for using PS over FW most of the time (not alaways) is that I have about $800 worth of filters and plugins that are not compatible with FW. Things like several Flaming Pear filters and Alien Skin's Eye Candy stuff.
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Which brings us back to the initial question... it is worth the investment in the Web suite if you are going to be doing Web design.  Then you can use which ever application does whichever job you need it to do.
I also highly recommend taking courses, if you want to become a Web designer.  I think I've seen Murray has mentioned that in previous posts. 

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