GeoGebra

Pros

• It works well as a mathematical application, and you can use it for a variety of things.
• You have access to multiple representations for objects, which hands you an advantage over some of the other choices.

Cons

• This program can grow highly complex with the mathematics it uses.

Looking for a complex mathematical application? If so, then you should look no further than Geogebra. This application works well for those who want to study or work with geometry, arithmetic, calculus and algebra. The software takes aim at the math experts of the world to hand them a somewhat complex application. If you're not comfortable with the more difficult math, you will likely feel like you're deep in over your head.

Multiple Representations of Objects Offered

With Geogebra, you have an advantage over similar apps because you have access to multiple representations for objects and everything has been dynamically linked. What's the key idea behind this? The main idea relates to connecting algebraic, geometric and numeric representations in a way that feels more interactive. That gets done through the use of lines, conic sections, vectors and points.

Manipulate and Enter Equations and Coordinates

Through the use of Geogebra, you can enter into and manipulate coordinates and equations. This enables you to plot the various functions, and you can work with the sliders to investigate the different parameters. You will also find the symbolic derivatives, and you can make use out of the most powerful commands like Sequence and Root.

A Little Mind Boggling at Times

The actual complexity of this program feels somewhat mind boggling at times. For example, you have mathematical applications on the newer side, and it can be difficult to work these out from scratch. However, you do have several different highly detailed tutorials that will help you get the hang of it. This, however, isn't an application made for the faint hearted because you will have to deal with algebra, geometry, arithmetic and calculus on a daily basis, which for some, is their worst nightmare. However, if you love crunching numbers, you will find that Geogebra uses a fairly flexible setup.

What Can We Expect That's New from Geogebra?

In the latest version of this app, Geogebra includes Freehand Functions for tangents. You can also save your projects through the 3D view. However, it should be noted that you can't do this with "Omit green channel," and you can't do this with "Gray-scale." You can choose the "Use Lighting" option if you want a 3D view or the "Show All Objects" button.

While Geogebra does start out feeling somewhat intuitive, it stops being as intuitive once you have combined both algebra and geometry. This system has eventually been turned into a full-caliber math tool, as the new versions have been released, so it can be useful for a wide variety of people. Through the modules or the views, you can also choose how you would like to work with the system.

Pros

• It works well as a mathematical application, and you can use it for a variety of things.
• You have access to multiple representations for objects, which hands you an advantage over some of the other choices.

Cons

• This program can grow highly complex with the mathematics it uses.