Conclusion: As you can see there are some very basic fundamental differences between web and print design
. These seemingly small differences can have a huge impact on the quality, effectiveness, and functionality of your finished design project.
Generally a web designers' primary software of choice is Photoshop. Print designers use Photoshop as well, but Illustrator is usually the software of choice for its scalability without loss of image quality (that's a whole other post we'll get into at a later date)
Are you a print or web designer? Do you have examples of how your field differs from the other and is often misunderstood by clients or employers? Leave us a comment and tell us about it!