Reference Software

Student Library

Encyclop�dia Britannica's Student Library teaches students to research information on their own. Covering the most important topics for kids in grades 1 to 9, it includes the Britannica Elementary Encyclopedia, the Britannica Student Encyclopedia, the Merriam-Webster Student Dictionary and Thesaurus, games and interactive study guides, and other rich multimedia that make learning fun and keep children engaged. Taking students from frogs to physics, these two complete encyclopedias form the cornerstone of a total reference library that interests and involves young students.

Key Features:

• Britannica Elementary Encyclopedia for young learners and the Britannica Student Encyclopedia for middle-school students
• Merriam-Webster's Student Dictionary & Thesaurus plus a complete World Atlas
• Thousands of photographs, videos, audio clips, virtual tours, and timelines
• Learning games and interactive study guides that make learning fun
• Useful homework resources including a video subject browse and how-to documents on topics such as writing a book review
• A-Z browse or search by keyword or question that allow children to find information quickly and easily

Ready Reference

Encyclop�dia Britannica 2006 Ready Reference covers just about every manifestation of life and human endeavour - from Art to Geography to Medicine to Politics. Whether you're wondering where Wall Street got its name or when the excavation of Pompeii began, you will find that Ready Reference is the perfect information resource for home, school, and office. Expand your vocabulary with 555,000 entries from Merriam-Webster's Collegiate� Dictionary and Thesaurus and watch topics come to life with more than 2,300 colorful images, maps, and videos.

Key Features:

• 25,000 articles
• Merriam-Webster's Collegiate� Dictionary
• Thousands of exciting photos, maps, Web links, and timelines
• Extended world coverage from flags of every nation to interesting country statistics
• A-Z browse or simple key-word search

Windows

• Microsoft� Windows� 98 SE, 2000, and XP
• Pentium III� or equivalent processor
• 256 MB RAM minimum (512 MB recommended)
• 480 MB free hard-disk space (630 MB for Full installation)
• CD-ROM drive
• 1024x768 resolution, 16-bit color
• Sound card and speakers recommended
• Printer recommended
• Internet access recommended

Macintosh

• Mac� OS 10.3.x or 10.4.x
• G4 or faster processor
• 256 MB RAM minimum (512 MB RAM recommended)
• 480 MB free hard-disk space (630 MB for Full installation)
• CD-ROM drive
• 1024x768 resolution, millions of colors
• Sound card and speakers recommended
• Printer recommended
• Internet access recommended

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