What's needed to use autocad for your own bussiness

Question

I would like to start my own bussiness but would to know how to get started on how to get autocad.

Answer 1

If you want the brand-name AutoCAD software, it is made by AutoDesk.

Technical requirements are listed here:

http://usa.autodesk.com/adsk/servlet/ind...

BE PREPARED FOR STICKER SHOCK. AutoCAD is very expensive. So are high-quality, large-format line plotters; expect them to run about $3,000 or so. And you'll need Adobe Acrobat, which should run you another $500. And a PC you need to really run this well should cost about $2,500.

My basic business starting advice is here:

http://www.dougv.com/blog/2007/05/26/the...