Yes, downloading software is just as illegal as downloading music without paying for it. I download music from ITunes, I get their free downloads, and sometimes pay 99 cents for a song I really want. THAT is legal. I wouldn't download music from the "filesharing" services as, not only is it illegal, it is also a good way to get lots of viruses (if you're on a PC - I use a Mac).

"I don't see it for sale around here" is no excuse for someone who uses the Internet. Amazon.com, adobe.com, the aforementioned eBay - there are many places online where you could order Photoshop, or Photoshop Elements.

Yes, Photoshop is expensive. It is a powerful, professional-level application. Photoshop Elements is a very limited version, which is why it costs less.