CM316-7: Tips and Tricks 2010: Getting the Most from New Desktop and Laptop Technologies

Session: CM316-7

Title: Tips and Tricks 2010: Getting the Most from New Desktop and Laptop Technologies

Instructor: Tom Salomone

Course Description: Are you migrating from AutoCAD® 2D to 3D, or upgrading to AutoCAD 2011, or using Autodesk® Inventor®, Revit®, AutoCAD Civil 3D®, or BIM and you don't seem to have enough desktop power? Learn about performance selection and planning when choosing your new desktop or laptop technologies specifically for Autodesk applications. Get the most from Intel® processors, understand memory selection, review the latest NVIDIA® and ATI graphics, and understand how this fits with Autodesk's graphic strategy. We will cover Microsoft® Windows® 7 migration and advantages, disk and network selection, virtual machines, touchscreen technology, and moving to 64-bit. Understand new HP personal productivity tools and other HP technologies to help you stay competitive. Understand HP green technology tools and power settings to save energy. We will also review the results of an AutoCAD 2011 hardware productivity study.