... plans. Can be used to create models, simulations or expert systems for others to use. Examples: Microsoft Excel, Lotus 1-2-3. Facilities include: entry of formulas to perform calculations, also ability to display data in graphical and chart form. Acts rather like a multifunction pocket calculator, but once set up for a particular purpose there is no need to remember all the formula and functions each time you use it. Computer-Aided Design (CAD) - for floor layouts and product design. Examples: FlexiCad, AutoCad. Facilities include: various drawing and editing tools and ability to scale accurately, sometimes in three dimensions and with ability to rotate in any direction. Presentation Software - for demonstrations and lectures to live audiences. Examples: Microsoft Powerpoint, RM Illuminatus. Facilities provided to produce and edit on screen multimedia presentations involving text, images, video and sound. Music Software - for composing a musical performance. Examples: RM Music Explorer, Cubase, Capella. Facilities provided ...

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