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  1. 03-25-2018, 03:49 AM #1
    rthorntn
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    Help with choosing software

    Hello you very helpful people,

    I would love some advice for a beginner, I have purchased a CNC, 3D printers (SLA & FDM), 3D scanner and a laser cutter.

    Is there a software that can allow me to design parts for CNC and 3DP, I would like to learn one main software.

    My needs would be reasonably basic, I don't want yearly cloud licensing, so I think Fusion 360 is out of the equation. Budget is around $500.

    Thanks.

    Richard
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  2. 03-25-2018, 04:35 AM #2
    ger21
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    Re: Help with choosing software

    Fusion 360 is free for hobbyists.
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  3. 03-25-2018, 04:35 AM #3
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    Re: Help with choosing software

    Fusion 360 is free to hobbyists, educators, and startups. It will run locally, but you do have to connect to the internet every couple of weeks or so.
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