Introducing AutoCAD 2009 and AutoCAD LT 2009

Quickly Master AutoCAD 2009 EssentialsThe new edition of this hands-on guide helps users of all skill levels learn the basics of AutoCAD(r) 2009 and AutoCAD LT(r) 2009 easily and efficiently. Bestselling AutoCAD author and expert George Omura offers clear explanations, a task-based approach, and pages of real-world examples and exercises to make this thorough book more valuable and useful than ever. Whether you're new to AutoCAD or just looking for a quick refresher, you'll find the fast, focused introduction to AutoCAD you need to get quickly up to speed.*Explore the all-new interface in AutoCAD 2009 and AutoCAD LT 2009*Navigate the new Ribbon panel to access the tools you need*Master the basics of drawing and editing with precision*Add and edit notes and dimensions*Learn the fundamentals of 2D drawings and 3D models*Understand layers, blocks, groups, and external references*Find areas and distances quickly*Easily extract hidden dataGeorge Omura is the all-time bestselling AutoCAD author and was cited as the favorite CAD author by members of the Autodesk User Group International (AUGI) in AUGIWorld magazine's "Best of Everything CAD" issue.