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    Discussion in 'Linux Compatibility and Software' started by NeRo45, Oct 26, 2007.

  1. NeRo45

    NeRo45 Notebook Evangelist

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    Hey all I am completely new to Linux. I just installed Ubuntu 7.10 on a 30gb partition and I personally love the feel and look of it. But I do have a problem. I mainly will use this OS for Autocad anf 3d work because it works well on Linux OS but I don't know how to install it. Do I need a Winzip type thing like XP or will it start installing when I click it?Thank you
     
    NeRo45, Oct 26, 2007
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  2. Lysander

    Lysander AFK, raid time.

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    First of all, exactly what program are you using? And does the program have a .deb installer file? Or must you install from source?

    You have to give us more detail.
     
    Lysander, Oct 27, 2007
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    ZaZ Super Model Super Moderator

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    A more descriptive title helps as well.
     
    ZaZ, Oct 27, 2007
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  4. NeRo45

    NeRo45 Notebook Evangelist

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    Sorry about that. The program is Autodesk Autocad 2008 and I believe its a .exe file. I was told that it can run on Linux and so I tried
     
    NeRo45, Oct 27, 2007
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    John B Notebook Prophet

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    You mean that it can run with emulation...
    I haven't tried it but it may be possible with WINE

    Install this package first with Synaptics package manager
     
    John B, Oct 27, 2007
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    NeRo45 Notebook Evangelist

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    Yea i tried with WINE but no luck there :( Unfortunately the only Autodesk product that works with Linux is Maya so I guess it's windows for me
     
    NeRo45, Oct 28, 2007
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    Yeah, AutoCAD doesn't work with Linux. Some people have R14 working ok in Linux, but none of the newer versions work well.
     
    Paul, Oct 29, 2007
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