Microsoft Windows Compatibility and Connectivity
SoftSource Vdraft has been engineered from the ground up to integrate true 32-bit architecture and total compatibility with the currently dominant AutoCAD technology (Release 2002 (R16) and earlier DWG/DXF file formats). Native 32-bit architecture ensures maximum performance, compatibility, and connectivity with the latest and future generations of Microsoft Windows, which is fast becoming the dominating OS technology for the CAD workstation.
Full Compliance with Microsoft Windows 95, 98, ME, NT, 2000, XP
SoftSource Vdraft has established an ongoing commitment to integrating the benefits of the latest Windows technology with the CAD workstation. Specifically, Vdraft meets all requirements for Microsoft Windows compliance. This includes the following criteria:
- Win32 API executable (enhanced performance, including faster disk/file access, preemptive multitasking, multithreading, increased stability, accelerated printing times, integrated networking and filesharing features, improved security provisions, augmented support for user profiles, and multimedia support).
- Windows UI/Shell support (including redesign of entire GUI, support for new interface objects such as notebook-tabbed dialog boxes, screen tips, and other new customizing options).
- Compliance with the guidelines specified in the Microsoft Windows User Interface Guide.
- Developed and tested on the latest versions of Windows.
- Supports long filenames (valid file names can consist of a maximum of 255 characters).
- Aware of Plug-and-Play events.
- Supports Universal Naming Conventions (UNC) pathnames.
- Incorporates ActiveX (formerly OLE 2.0) server support.
- Supports ActiveX (formerly OLE 2.0) drag-and-drop capabilities.
- Supports simple mail-enabling (Send Mail functionality from within Vdraft).
- Supports ActiveX (formerly OLE 2.0) Automation.
Vdraft: Leading Desktop CAD into the Future
In tandem with its commitment to thoroughly integrating the CAD and Windows desktops, Vdraft is poised to meet the oncoming demands for greater CAD customization, programmability, and program extensibility. Thus, Vdraft also incorporates the preferred customizing mechanism for the Windows environment--ActiveX Automation.
SoftSource Vdraft will continue to integrate the dominant Windows/CAD technologies in its forthcoming releases. With regard to performance, connectivity, and compatibility, this positions Vdraft to be the ideal desktop CAD system to speak to the industry's present needs and to bring the industry well into the 21st century.
Product Overview
DWG and DXF Compatibility
Windows Compatibility
Tools and User Interface
Easy Transition from AutoCAD
Customizing Vdraft
Value and Cost-Effectiveness Checklist
Product Fact Sheet
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