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Encyclopedia
Britannica, the world's standard since 1768, is now easier to use
and more accessible than ever. Britannica Ready Reference CD-ROM condenses
25,000 articles from the renowned 32-volume print set onto one CD-ROM
to create an incomparably practical and powerful tool. Whether you're
seeking homework help, satisfying your knack for facts, or locating
quick research data for work -- answering your everyday questions
has never been simpler.
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New
for 2003
Windows
XP and
Mac
OS X Compatible
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Authoritative and
Reliable
Count on Britannica's
Ready Reference Encyclopedia to provide information that is not only current
and compelling, but also trustworthy. For generations, families have relied
on Encyclopedia Britannica for its authority and comprehensiveness. Now
-- on one disc -- find 25,000 condensed articles, 2.6 million words, and
1,500 colorful photos and illustrations.
Some of the other
features that make the Britannica Ready Reference Encyclopedia special:
- Search & Browse:
Smarter, easier, faster search; A-Z lists of articles and media for
easy browsing; and results at over 150,000 Web sites selected by Britannica
editors.
- Research Organizer:
Handy tools provide help in creating and typing notes, capturing pictures,
and formatting reports.
- Map Gallery: Click
your way around the world and explore continents and nations through
more than 190 colorful maps. All maps link to Britannica content.
- Video Gallery:
Learn about 20th Century events, European capitals, wildlife, and more
with exciting, high-quality videos.
- Merriam-Webster's
Collegiate Dictionary: Get the right spelling and over 200,000 definitions
with this complete dictionary resource.
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- Microsoft®
Windows® 95, 98, 2000, Me, XP, or Windows NT® 4.0
- Pentium®
166 MHz or faster processor; 233 MHz recommended
- 64MB RAM
minimum; 96MB RAM minimum for Windows 2000/Millennium/XP users
- 90MB free
hard-disk space
- CD-ROM drive
- 800x600 resolution,
16-bit color
- Mouse
- Sound card
and speakers recommended
- Printer and
Internet access recommended
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OS X or higher
- iMac or G3
MHz or faster processor
- 128 MB physical
RAM, no virtual memory
- 90 MB free
hard-disk space
- CD-ROM space
- 800x600 resolution,
millions of colors
- Mouse
- Printer and
Internet access recommended
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