What are the best software programs for animation and graphical design?

Hey, in case no one got the question the first time, I am signing up for an animation course and I would like to the best type of software programs for animation and graphical design to do on my computer. I also would like to know if there are any quality programs that would allow me to record, filter and edit sound for any animation project that I would love to do. Please, if there are any users with enough experience in this, tell me know.

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