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System Requirements

Windows
Microsoft Windows 2000,XP,or Vista
Pentium III or equivalent processor
512 MB RAM
432 MB free hard-drive space (674 MB for full installation)
CD-ROM drive
1024x768 resolution,
16-bit color Sound card and speakers recommended
Printer recommended
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Macintosh
Mac OS 10.4.x with Java 1.5
PowerPC G5 or Intel Core processor
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432 MB free hard-drive space (674 MB for full installation)
CD-ROM drive
1024x768 resolution, millions of colors
Sound card and speakers recommended
Printer recommended
Internet access recommended