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Old 03-21-2006, 11:44 AM   #1
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Default SketchUp is now Free - But not Really

For those who didn't already know, Google acquired @Last Sketchup, a great 3D app for illustrations and previs work.

But the best thing is, now this program is free. So go check it out. I know I'll be using it for my previs work!

Link to Sketchup website

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Sorry guys/gals/in betweens... It is just a demo. I jumped on a link from Pixelsurgeon a little to quickly without checking it out more thoroughly.

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Old 03-21-2006, 11:51 AM   #2
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Tks !

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Old 03-21-2006, 12:03 PM   #3
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Wait

It isn't saying anything about being Free ?

(Ain't nuthin Free)
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Wait

It isn't saying anything about being Free ?

(Ain't nuthin Free)
All you gotta do is click on the download now button. No prompts for cash. I just DL'd it and installed it myself.

This is google we're talking about. I'm sure offering Sketchup for free somehow fits into their plans for World Domination ;)
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This is a Free Evaluation !

It states I have 479 Minutes left.

(Ain't nothing Free in Waterworld)
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the "TRY OUT" is free, not the actual program. The free version is designed to see if the program is "right" for you. besides the try out is only good for 480 min (8 hours). The actual program looks to be around 500 bucks, which is most likely a good deal if you need this type of program. If your going to use it for any paying gigs you should share the wealth and purchase the program. Otherwise they will not be able to continue developement or programming new features into the product, thus it will die and become obsolete.
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John, you must have used it for a whole min, i got more time than you do Just kidding.

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Yeah you guys are right. I just opened it. Never mind. Sorry about that. There was a link on Pixelsurgeon saying it was free. I was misled too.

Once again. Sorry about that.

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and your right, there ainit nothing free.... also another proverb you get what you pay for!!!!!!!
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no need to be sorry, companies that give away free software dont tend to stay in buisness long anyways. I would rather pay for something and know its supported and has life to it.
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