BRODERBUND SOFTWARE'S 3D HOME ARCHITECT NOW ON CD-ROM.NOVATO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 7, 1994--3D Home Architect, Broderbund Software's (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on :BROD BROD Big Bike Riders of Dagupan (Motorcycle Club in the Philippines) ) successful home design program that helps do-it-yourselfers construct their own floorplans for new home construction or remodeling remodeling /re·mod·el·ing/ (re-mod´el-ing) reorganization or renovation of an old structure. bone remodeling , is now available 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). for Windows MPC (1) (Mobile PC) A handheld or laptop computer. See handheld computer, laptop computer and Ultra-Mobile PC. (2) (MultiPath Channel) See multipath. . Creating your dream home, adding on that much needed extra room, or experimenting with new colors in the kitchen has never been easier. Winner of Home PC's 1994 Editor's Choice Award, 3D Home Architect allows you to easily design a detailed floorplan, edit your project in 2D and 3D simultaneously, and look at your entire floorplan from a bird's-eye view bird's-eye view Noun 1. a view seen from above 2. a general or overall impression of something bird's-eye view n → vista de pájaro . The new CD-ROM edition takes advantage of today's multimedia technology by offering exciting new features including professional video tips on home design, dozens of helpful articles from American HomeStyle magazine, an enhanced library of sample home plans and hundreds of additional furniture and fixture objects. Professional Video Tips Get advice from a real pro! Gerry Connell, of The Learning Channel's ``The Home Pro,'' hosts 50 full motion video clips that provide answers to home design and remodeling questions. Connell covers numerous home building issues, such as finding the right contractor and tips for kitchen space planning. Over 100 Articles from American HomeStyle Magazine Also included are over 100 articles from American HomeStyle magazine, one of the world's leading magazines in home design. Subjects range from remodeling kitchens and bathrooms to working with contractors to tips on energy efficiency. More Floorplans, More Furniture, More Fixtures, More Fun! This new edition also offers over 150 additional professionally-designed floorplans for dream homes and vacation homes. An enhanced library of approximately 400 furniture and fixture items to choose from makes designing and decorating a snap! Hardware Requirements The new MPC version of 3D Home Architect requires an IBM/Tandy or 100% compatible with 20 MHz (MegaHertZ) One million cycles per second. It is used to measure the transmission speed of electronic devices, including channels, buses and the computer's internal clock. A one-megahertz clock (1 MHz) means some number of bits (16, 32, 64, etc. 386SX or faster, VGA monitor (SVGA (Super VGA) A screen resolution of 800x600 pixels. Third-party vendors extended IBM's VGA display standard and were the first to use the term. SVGA has also referred to 1,024x768 resolutions. See PC display modes. with 256 colors recommended), CD-ROM drive (double-speed recommended), mouse, keyboard, 4MB RAM (8MB recommended), Microsoft Windows 3.1 and MPC compliant sound card. The approximate price is $70.00. Upgrade Information To upgrade from 3D Home Architect for Windows to the new CD-ROM edition, contact Broderbund Customer Service at 800-521-6263. The upgrade price for registered owners is $20.00. About Broderbund Software Broderbund Software, Inc. is a diversified consumer software company that offers a broad selection of fun, award-winning products for use in homes, schools and small businesses. Founded in 1980, the company is committed to creating imaginative personal computer software of lasting value for every member of the family. -0- NOTE TO EDITORS: Broderbund is a registered trademark and 3D Home Architect is a trademark of Broderbund Software, Inc. All other marks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. CONTACT: Broderbund Public Relations public relations, activities and policies used to create public interest in a person, idea, product, institution, or business establishment. By its nature, public relations is devoted to serving particular interests by presenting them to the public in the most
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