Encyclopedia Britannica 2001 Deluxe
Britannica CD 2001 Deluxe
Ultimate Network of Knowledge
When it comes to speed, depth of content and user friendliness, there is no better electronic encyclopedia than the Britannica CD 2001 Deluxe Edition. Discover the world’s most authoritative and comprehensive source for knowledge. Gain access to a wealth of information by using the sophisticated user interface that has been redesigned to assure you an easier and more productive research experience. For serious students and adults who are looking for boundless opportunities in their search for knowledge.
New features:
New content - 10,000 new articles and links.
New design - state-of-the-art additions make it easier than ever to find the information you want.
New Internet tools - give you access to the very latest information available.
New context bar - for quick reference to other search engines, related articles and Internet links.
New navigation bar - jump to the screen box, dictionary, notes and Research Assistant.
New Spotlights - in-depth multimedia exploring a diverse range of subjects including time at the millennium, Moon exploration and roller-coasters.
New Topic Tours - giving a pictorial overview of 15 topics.
The New Oxford Dictionary of English built-in reference puts definitions at your fingertips.
Britannica CD 2001 Deluxe includes:
One installation disc, two data discs
Over 83,000 articles (last 5 yearbooks included)
45 million words
Over 8,500 photos and illustrations
Video animations and sound
Dynamic charts and tables
1,500 interactive maps
Over 125,000 related Internet links
1.5 million hyperlinks
The NEW OXFORD DICTIONARY OF ENGLISH
Product Details
Ask Britannica — Discover the real power of Britannica through this Natural Language search feature. Just type in a word, question, or phrase and let Britannica provide the answers.
Analyst — Unique to Britannica software, this exciting feature allows users to create customized reports, graphs, and tables comparing data between nations and regions. Compare topics such as land use, trade, and communication
Compass — Compass provides an interactive view of the world. Visit all 191 nations and 29 dependent states and go from a global to a local view, from geography to personality, and even further with thousands of Internet links.
Spotlights — Enjoy these unique in-depth multimedia presentations that capture moments in history and wonders in the physical world. Links to related articles in the encyclopedia enrich the learning experience.
Topic Tours — new for 2000, this feature provides users with a pictorial view of a variety of topics drawn from the database, such as moon exploration, African wildlife, cathedrals of the world and more
Timelines — Examine the effects of people, events, and discoveries on world cultures from the dawn of civilization to the present. Select from 14 different categories such as technology, exploration, music, medicine, and sports.
Research Assistant — Research Assistant will help you create brilliant assignments, reports, and presentations. Write yourself a note, attach it to an article, place bookmarks, retrace your steps, copy, and print simply and easily.
Britannica.com — Connect to the rest of the world and visit the best websites as rated, reviewed, and recommended by the editors at Britannica. Check out the latest news, sports, weather, and other special features.
System Requirements
Windows® CD-ROM
Microsoft® Windows® 95, 98, 2000, Me, or Windows NT® 4.0
Pentium® 133 MHz or higher processor
32MB RAM minimum; 64MB recommended
120MB free hard-disk space (plus 50MB for IE 5.01)
CD-ROM drive
SVGA monitor/display card 800x600, 16-bit color
Mouse
Sound card and speakers recommended
Printer recommended
Internet access recommended
System configuration: may require minor adjustments to the configuration of your operating system and/or updates to the hardware component drivers.
