where do i start

[itsmeagain]

hi everybody,
i am new to this. what is the difference between autocad and lt?
Which software and books should be using?
HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:?:?:?:?

[Cad64]

Check our FAQ section. The answers to these questions can be found there.

http://www.cadtutor.net/faq/questions/21/What+is+the+difference+between+AutoCAD+(full)+and+ AutoCAD+LT%3F

http://www.cadtutor.net/faq/questions/18/What+is+the+best+book+to+learn+AutoCAD%3F

[ReMark]

Make sure you check the recommended system requirements for any piece of AutoDesk software you plan on using.

[f700es]

Make sure you check the recommended system requirements for any piece of AutoDesk software you plan on using.

^^^^I wish so called IT people would do this!^^^^

The dork that spec'ed my new machine put in a floppy drive, a floppy drive!
He also whined when I did not want to use the on-board graphics card.
Whiskey
Tango
Foxtrot

[ScribbleJ]

^^^^I wish so called IT people would do this!^^^^

The dork that spec'ed my new machine put in a floppy drive, a floppy drive!
He also whined when I did not want to use the on-board graphics card.
Whiskey
Tango
Foxtrot

LOL :lol:

Sounds like a new dork is called for. One that doesn't whine and provides the machine you need.

[Tankman]

^^^^I wish so called IT people would do this!^^^^

The dork that spec'ed my new machine put in a floppy drive, a floppy drive!
He also whined when I did not want to use the on-board graphics card.
Whiskey
Tango
Foxtrot

You need a new IT go to guy and/or gal.
Check Autodesk's website for system requirements. Sorry.

[Tiger]

You need a new IT go to guy and/or gal.
Check Autodesk's website for system requirements. Sorry.

woot, autodesk offers system requirements on IT guys? does it include 6''3', blond and handsome? :P

[GE13579]

:lol:

(Do you mean 6'3"?:wink:)

[Tiger]

:lol:

(Do you mean 6'3"?:wink:)

...I like my men short and to the point :P

[GE13579]

:lol::)

Best get back on topic... :unsure:

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itsmeagain- just to give a bit more info you might want to sign up to a course- as a student you will have access to free Student Versions of ACAD which have full capability, so you will be able to get an idea of whether you utilise the full version features or whether LT will suffice for your needs.

[f700es]

Well I know this, that's the point ;)


You need a new IT go to guy and/or gal.
Check Autodesk's website for system requirements. Sorry.

[Glen Smith]

hi everybody,
i am new to this. what is the difference between autocad and lt?
Which software and books should be using?
HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:?:?:?:?

What is the difference? Around a thousand dollars. LT can be purchased for about $800. (Although there is a rebate on now that gets you $300 back.) Full AutoCAD is around $2000.

Of course if you can't do what you need to do with LT then you wasted the money on LT. The FAQ's posted already should help you figure out what is in each version. If you tell us what you are looking to draft, we can point you in the right direction.

Strictly 2D - seriously consider LT.
3D - You're going to need full AutoCAD.

Glen

[itsmeagain]

Thanx everyone.
i will be a student in jan 10. In the mean time, where can i get my hands on free cad?

[f700es]

What is the difference? Around a thousand dollars. LT can be purchased for about $800. (Although there is a rebate on now that gets you $300 back.) Full AutoCAD is around $2000.

Of course if you can't do what you need to do with LT then you wasted the money on LT. The FAQ's posted already should help you figure out what is in each version. If you tell us what you are looking to draft, we can point you in the right direction.

Strictly 2D - seriously consider LT.
3D - You're going to need full AutoCAD.

Glen

Full AutoCAD is around $4,000 per seat.
http://store.autodesk.com/DRHM/servlet/ControllerServlet?SiteID=adsk&Locale=en_US&Action=DisplayProductDetailsPage&productID=119641700&pgm=12938000&ThemeID=1293100&Currency=USD&&&resid=@cpkkAoBAkgAADiMTaoAAABE&rests=1257353340102

I did see LT on buy.com for $599 with that $300 rebate though. Not a bad deal.

[f700es]

Thanx everyone.
i will be a student in jan 10. In the mean time, where can i get my hands on free cad?

DoubleCAD XT a free AutoCAD LT clone.

http://www.doublecad.com/Products/DoubleCADXT/tabid/1100/Default.aspx

[itsmeagain]

thanx Glen. I think I am going to need autocad. I see i have alot of catching up to do.......... no worries i am quite up to the challenge.

[chelsea1307]

Thanx everyone.
i will be a student in jan 10. In the mean time, where can i get my hands on free cad?

if you already have a student email account you can download the student version for free, but you cant use it for any work because you get a print around the outside saying it was made with the student version. If you dont have an email account yet but can create one (it has to be through your school) then you should create one and start downloading, if you have to wait til the 10th of Jan to get an email account your SOL

[Glen Smith]

Full AutoCAD is around $4,000 per seat.
http://store.autodesk.com/DRHM/servlet/ControllerServlet?SiteID=adsk&Locale=en_US&Action=DisplayProductDetailsPage&productID=119641700&pgm=12938000&ThemeID=1293100&Currency=USD&&&resid=@cpkkAoBAkgAADiMTaoAAABE&rests=1257353340102

I did see LT on buy.com for $599 with that $300 rebate though. Not a bad deal.


Whupps, my bad, I did a quick search and didn't find any prices, but thought I remebered seeing upgrade pricing in the $1500 range. In my mind, once it got over $1000 it moves to the "too expensive" category and does not matter if it is $2000 or $10,000 - I ain't buying it.

Oh well.

Glen