Wiley AutoCAD 2009 For Dummies 978-0-470-22977-4 ユーザーズマニュアル

In This Chapter

Getting the AutoCAD advantage

Using AutoCAD and DWG files

Meeting the AutoCAD product family

Using AutoCAD LT instead of AutoCAD

Finding out what’s new in 2009

M

aybe you’re one of the few remaining holdouts who continue to 
practice the ancient art of manual drafting with pencil and vellum. 

If so, I must tell you, you’re a dwindling breed. 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. 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
process of becoming proficient with AutoCAD. Drawing with AutoCAD is chal-
lenging at first, but it’s a challenge worth meeting. AutoCAD rewards those
who think creatively about their work and look for ways to do it better. You
can always find out more, discover a new trick, or improve the efficiency and
quality of your drawing production.

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