AutoCAD 2008 For Dummies
Chapter One
Introducing AutoCAD
and AutoCAD LT
In This Chapter
* Getting the AutoCAD advantage
* Using AutoCAD and DWG files
* Meeting the AutoCAD product family
* Using AutoCAD LT instead of AutoCAD
* Upgrading from a previous version
Maybe you're one of the few remaining holdouts who continue to practice
the ancient art of manual drafting with pencil and vellum. Or
maybe you're completely new to drafting and yearn for the wealth and fame
(would I lead you on?) of the drafter's life. Maybe you're an engineer or architect
who needs to catch up with the young CAD hotshots in your office. Or
maybe you're a full-time drafter whose fingers haven't yet been pried away
from your beloved drafting board. Maybe you tried to use AutoCAD a long
time ago, but gave up in frustration or just got rusty. Or maybe you currently
use an older version, such as AutoCAD 2004 or even (if you're into antiques)
AutoCAD 2000.
Whatever your current situation or motivation, I hope that you enjoy the
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