rkmcswain Posted March 16, 2010 Share Posted March 16, 2010 One more: http://www.cadalyst.com/cad/graebert-launches-first-native-cad-solution-windows-mac-and-linux-13121 (Sorry if this was already mentioned, as I didn't read every post and click every link...) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
f700es Posted March 16, 2010 Share Posted March 16, 2010 Sean: If you give demo a try, please let me know what you think of it. I'll have to download this DoubleCAD XT and test it, thanks. I will let you know what I think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
f700es Posted March 16, 2010 Share Posted March 16, 2010 One more:http://www.cadalyst.com/cad/graebert-launches-first-native-cad-solution-windows-mac-and-linux-13121 (Sorry if this was already mentioned, as I didn't read every post and click every link...) Neat, not a bad price point either (under $1,000). Might have to try it as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JCADEnthusiast Posted March 17, 2010 Share Posted March 17, 2010 I downloaded DoubleCAD XT from their website and tried to install it, but my virus protection (F-Secure) alerted me that there's is a trojan in the install package, Trojan.Win32.Buzus.dmpu. So I decided not to try it out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
f700es Posted March 17, 2010 Share Posted March 17, 2010 Well not sure about that as trend-micro did not detect one for me a few months ago when I tried it but I do get this error message after installing Jcad... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JCADEnthusiast Posted March 17, 2010 Share Posted March 17, 2010 Oh, that sucks. But thanks for letting me know. We will check what's wrong with it. I'll let you know when it is fixed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
f700es Posted March 17, 2010 Share Posted March 17, 2010 Well post when it's fixed and I'll try again. I like to try new apps to see if they might be worth passing on to others that don't need full ACAD or can't afford it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JCADEnthusiast Posted March 17, 2010 Share Posted March 17, 2010 Could you tell me some specific information so I could determine whats wrong, I cannot reproduce the error: - Did you install JCAD tabula in it's default folder? C:\Program Files\Jidea Oy\JCAD tabula? - How many files there are in JCAD tabula install folder? Should be 425 files and 7 folders - Is the file EKAG20NT.EXE in that folder? - Did you install it to the computer mentioned in your computer details ( WinXP, AMD Athlon64...) I'd really appreciate if you could post those details. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
f700es Posted March 17, 2010 Share Posted March 17, 2010 Yes, I let it install in the default folder. Not sure as I uninstalled it this morning but I can re-install at lunch as I think I saved the install files. Yes, it is installed on this PC (my work PC) I might try it this evening on my home PC. Could you tell me some specific information so I could determine whats wrong, I cannot reproduce the error:- Did you install JCAD tabula in it's default folder? C:\Program Files\Jidea Oy\JCAD tabula? - How many files there are in JCAD tabula install folder? Should be 425 files and 7 folders - Is the file EKAG20NT.EXE in that folder? - Did you install it to the computer mentioned in your computer details ( WinXP, AMD Athlon64...) I'd really appreciate if you could post those details. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JCADEnthusiast Posted March 18, 2010 Share Posted March 18, 2010 This is the first time that we encounter this problem, so I would really like to find out what is wrong with it. I tried installing it to several computers here at the office, but could not reproduce the error you got. I will keep trying... Thanks for all the effort, I really appreciate it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
icymetal Posted May 3, 2010 Share Posted May 3, 2010 You should try ARC+ EXEcutive 2010. The PRO edition is for 2D while the SOLID edition is the PRO + Solids, programming, etc. It has a very friendly user interface and you can type commands the way you do with AutoCAD. The difference between ARC+ EXEcutive 2010 and the other AutoCAD clones is that it is based on ODA (Open Design Alliance) which is a respectable DWG consortium. It is fast and can handle large files. The ARC+ EXEcutive application is provided by ARC Technology, the developer of ARC+ (a robust architecture CAD). You can check ARC+ EXEcutive at their website: CADexecutive. You can download the software and use it (without printing or savings) or activate for 30-day no obligation trial. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ReMark Posted May 3, 2010 Share Posted May 3, 2010 The next time you post something similar it might be a good idea to include a web address. OK? For anyone interested, after a bit of sleuthing, I located the web site. If you cannot read French then look in the upper right-hand corner to the right of the word Login. If you click the down arrow next to the word French and pick International the site will come up in English. Four other options are also available. A link: http://www.arc-techno.com/ I did not bother to check pricing options. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
icymetal Posted May 3, 2010 Share Posted May 3, 2010 Since I'm new in the forum, it doesn't let me post a URL (for fear of spam) - sorry, but I wanted to. I'll try to write it in another way to help you, if you want to check it out: The website for ARC+ EXEcutive is: cadexecutive dot com. Arc Technology is the maker but CADexecutive distributes it. To download the software, check the Downloads menu. To check prices/order, use the Order menu. If you need more than one license, they have a 5 licenses package for the price of 3. I'm not sure for how long they are going to offer it. Also they offer maintenance that includes "free" future upgrades, as long as you keep your maintenance subscription. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZWCAD Posted February 19, 2011 Share Posted February 19, 2011 ZWCAD is a powerful AutoCAD Alternative for 2D 3D CAD software with DWG format. Nearly all functionality at about 1/5th the price! http://www.zwcad.org/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CADTutor Posted February 20, 2011 Share Posted February 20, 2011 Other AutoCAD alternatives are also available. Try Bricscad, totally DWG compatible and very good price. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dent Posted April 15, 2011 Share Posted April 15, 2011 autocad lt autocad lite autodesk These are different how? Besides, you left out Carlson. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ReMark Posted April 15, 2011 Share Posted April 15, 2011 To my knowledge AutoDesk, the software developer, only offers full AutoCAD and a pared down version called AutoCAD LT. There is no software called "AutoDesk". The two pieces of software do have some differences. The main one is no support for AutoLISP in AutoCAD LT. Viewing a comparison matrix of the two programs may be of some value to anyone contemplating the decision to pick one over the other. One other huge factor is the price difference. Full AutoCAD retails above $3500 while it has been possible at times to purchase LT for as little as $695. Also, LT is considered to be strictly 2D although one can read a 3D drawing in LT but cannot make substantive edits to it if at all. AutoCAD vs AutoCAD LT comparison matrix: http://usa.autodesk.com/autocad-lt/compare/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack_O'neill Posted April 15, 2011 Share Posted April 15, 2011 Other AutoCAD alternatives are also available. Try Bricscad, totally DWG compatible and very good price. I downloaded Bricscad demo a few days ago, and I really like it. I'm adding another workstation soon, and at first I thought I'd put LT on it, but now I'm thinking Bricscad is what it will be. I haven't tried ZWcad yet, but I will take a look at it too. The Bricscad version that suits my needs is half the price of LT and has a lot more functionality. All of my current lisp routines work in it. Haven't tried the VBA stuff since the demo doesn't include vba support, but I really don't think it will be any problem to get it to work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ReMark Posted April 15, 2011 Share Posted April 15, 2011 ZWCAD is a Chinese product. Some people might find that objectionable. Another alternative for 2D-only work would be DraftSight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack_O'neill Posted April 15, 2011 Share Posted April 15, 2011 ZWCAD is a Chinese product. Some people might find that objectionable. Another alternative for 2D-only work would be DraftSight. So is most of the stuff you buy in department stores these days. My problem with it is that they don't have prices on thier website. You have to submit a form with your email address and phone number to 'ask for a price'. I don't trust companies that won't put their prices up. I can understand doing that if you are working with metals or other commodities, but this is a software download. Ain't gonna cost any more tomorrow than it did today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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