Autodesk ships AutoCAD(R) Release 13; Special Price for CD-ROM Version.SAUSALITO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 28, 1994--Delivering on the promise of the most powerful AutoCAD(R) ever, Autodesk Inc. Monday announced the immediate availability of AutoCAD Release 13 software. English-language versions of AutoCAD Release 13 -- with a multiplatform license for MS-DOS MS-DOS in full Microsoft Disk Operating System Operating system for personal computers. MS-DOS was based on DOS, developed in 1980 by Seattle Computer Products. Microsoft Corp. bought the rights to DOS in 1981, and released MS-DOS with IBM's PC that year. , Microsoft Windows See Windows. (operating system) Microsoft Windows - Microsoft's proprietary window system and user interface software released in 1985 to run on top of MS-DOS. Widely criticised for being too slow (hence "Windoze", "Microsloth Windows") on the machines available then. (TM), and Windows NT (Windows New Technology) A 32-bit operating system from Microsoft for Intel x86 CPUs. NT is the core technology in Windows 2000 and Windows XP (see Windows). Available in separate client and server versions, it includes built-in networking and preemptive multitasking. (R) -- are now shipping through Authorized Autodesk Dealers. Designed to help users who plan to transition from DOS to Windows or Windows NT, the multiplatform license lets PC-based users install one or all versions on a single computer. The product will be available on 1.44MB disks and, for the first time, on CD-ROM CD-ROM: see compact disc. CD-ROM in full compact disc read-only memory Type of computer storage medium that is read optically (e.g., by a laser). . Initially, customers who purchase AutoCAD Release 13 will receive the DOS and Windows versions See Windows. . The Windows NT version will be available to all existing and new PC-based users of AutoCAD Release 13 software, approximately 90 days later. Customers, dealers, developers, and industry analysts are excited about the capabilities of AutoCAD Release 13, which was previewed on several occasions this fall. "IDC believes that Autodesk holds the winning cards in the global competition for new CAD/CAE/CAM users," said Gisela Wilson, CAD/CAE/CAM program manager at International Data Corp. "Autodesk has a lot to show for its two years of development: a new architecture, improvements in ease of use and performance, plus features and functions. In our opinion, Release 13 will serve as a strong core product for a broadening product line, both for Autodesk and for its worldwide software partners." Significant enhancements to AutoCAD Release 13 software's underlying technology have led to an unprecedented combination of high-impact design and drafting features, enhanced usability, and improved integration and interoperability. The new release gives users in all industries -- from architecture and mechanical design, to plant design, facilities management The management of a user's computer installation by an outside organization. All operations including systems, programming and the datacenter can be performed by the facilities management organization on the user's premises. , and mapping -- powerful tools that will help them work smarter, faster, and more productively today and in the future. In addition to benefits such as faster installation and electronic documentation, customers who purchase the CD-ROM version of AutoCAD Release 13 will receive price incentives from Autodesk. The following table outlines the suggested retail price (SRP SRP - A data link layer protocol. ) for the AutoCAD Release 13 package. AutoCAD Release 13 SRP (US dollars) Release 13 on CD-ROM $ 3,750 Release 13 on 3.5-inch diskettes $ 3,995 Release 13 upgrade for R12 users(a) $ 495 Release 13 upgrade for users of R11 and earlier releases(a) $ 695 (a) US customers who upgrade to the CD-ROM version before January 31, 1995, will receive a $100 discount off the upgrade price. Localized versions of AutoCAD Release 13 software, as well as releases for other operating systems Operating systems can be categorized by technology, ownership, licensing, working state, usage, and by many other characteristics. In practice, many of these groupings may overlap. and platforms, will become available in the coming months. In addition, AutoVision(TM) Release 2, Autodesk's fully integrated, photorealistic Having the image quality of a photograph. rendering application, is shipping with AutoCAD Release 13. To activate AutoVision Release 2, customers must purchase an authorization code An identification number or password that is used to gain access to a local or remote computer system. See authorization. through Authorized Autodesk Dealers for US$495 (SRP). To locate an Authorized Autodesk Dealer, or for more information, call Autodesk at 800-964-6432. Outside the United States or Canada, fax requests for information to 415-491-8303 (Latin America), 415-491-8398 (Asia/Pacific), or +41-22-788-21-44 (Europe). Educational and international prices, including Canadian prices, for Autodesk products and upgrades may vary; contact a local Dealer, distributor, or Autodesk office for more information. Autodesk is the world's leading supplier of computer-aided design computer-aided design (CAD) or computer-aided design and drafting (CADD), form of automation that helps designers prepare drawings, specifications, parts lists, and other design-related elements using special graphics- and calculations-intensive automation software and fifth-largest PC software company. The company develops, markets, and supports a family of design automation and professional multimedia software and component technologies for use on personal computers and workstations. A global company since its founding in 1982, Autodesk markets products in 115 countries and 18 languages. Autodesk shares are traded on the Nasdaq National Market under the symbol ACAD ACAD Academy ACAD Academic ACAD AutoCAD (design/drafting development software by Autodesk) ACAD Acadia National Park (US National Park Service) ACAD Atherosclerotic Coronary Artery Disease . For more information on Autodesk, please call 415-332-2344 or type GO ADESK on CompuServ(R). -0- NOTE TO EDITORS: Autodesk, the Autodesk logo, and AutoCAD are registered trademarks of Autodesk Inc. MS-DOS and Windows NT are registered trademarks, and Windows is a trademark, of Microsoft Corporation. CompuServe is a registered trademark of H&R Block. All other brand names, product names, or trademarks belong to their respective holders. CONTACT: Autodesk Inc. Beth Parkinson, 415/491-8709 |
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