AutoCAD LT is a lower cost version of AutoCAD with reduced capabilities first released in November 1993. AutoCAD LT, priced at $495, became the first product in the company's history priced below $1000 to bear the name 'AutoCAD'. In addition to being sold directly by Autodesk, it can also be purchased at computer stores, unlike the full version of AutoCAD which must be purchased from official Autodesk dealers. Autodesk developed AutoCAD LT so that they would have an entry-level CAD package to compete in the lower price level.
As of the 2011 release the AutoCAD LT MSRP has risen to $1200. While there are hundreds of small differences between the full AutoCAD package and AutoCAD LT, currently there are a few recognized major differences in the software's features, being:
1.3D Capabilities: AutoCAD LT lacks the ability to create, visualize and render 3D models as well as 3D printing.
2.Network Licensing: AutoCAD LT cannot be used on multiple machines over a network.
3.Customization: AutoCAD LT does not support customization with LISP, ARX, and VBA.
4.Management and automation capabilities with Sheet Set Manager and Action Recorder.
5.CAD standards management tools.
For latest pricing of AutoCAD LT 2011, email md@eccindia.org
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