DK Explore Space Learning Powerpack [Old Version]

by Global Software Publishing

Product Features

• Dual CD package includes Atlas of the Solar System and Encyclopedia of Space & Universe
• Fly on virtual 3D tours of the planets and observe the moons of Jupiter close up
• Meet experienced astronauts and rocket scientists; discover if you have what it takes
• Discover how gravity affects planetary & satellite movement and how weightlessness affects humans
• Recreate the night sky for any moment from 3000 BC to 7000 AD

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0000C4E7Q
• Item model number: A1888S2W
• Date first available at Amazon.com: August 25, 2003
• Average Customer Review: 1.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #14,040 in Software (See Top 100 in Software)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

This comprehensive reference package combines the stories of the heroes who explored space and expanded humankind's knowledge about the planets with the most up-to-date and detailed pictures of the actual planets, even from the vast outer reaches of our solar system!

Features:

• Fly on virtual 3D tours of the planets and observe the moons of Jupiter close up using latest high definition images from NASA's most recent space probes.
• Meet the astronauts and rocket scientists who fulfilled the dream of space flight and discover if you have what it takes to pilot a rocket or land a lunar module!
• Discover the harsh and extreme terrains of the planets and ponder the provocative clues about the possibility of life on those planets.
• Discover how gravity affects planetary and satellite movement and how the weightless space environment affects humans.
• See the stars at anytime and from anywhere to recreate the night sky for any moment from 3000 BC to 7000 AD!

CD 1: *NEW* EYEWITNESS Atlas of the Solar System

A breathtaking solar system adventure which allows viewers to take a journey to planets in vivid color and detail, spanning millions of miles to mysterious, heretofore, little-known worlds. This comprehensive resource utilizes the latest in computer generated animations and taps into the latest research and data available to scientists and presented in an awe-inspiring way to classroom science students.

CD 2: EYEWITNESS Encyclopedia of Space and the Universe

This comprehensive edition includes the history of space travel, astrophysics, the solar system, and all the related science disciplines that make space travel a reality. Explore the expertly rendered 3-D model of Mir, even travel to the Moon's mysterious dark side and scan hundreds of unexplored craters. Interactive animations, 3-D models, and unique video clips from NASA give you the ultimate journey into outer space.

Product Description

A comprehensive reference tool about the heroes who explored space and expanded mankind's knowledge about the planets AND a breathtaking solar system adventure which allows viewers to take a journey to planets in vivid color and detail, spanning millions of miles to mysterious, heretofore, little-known worlds.BUSINESS WEEK: "As a reference tool for astronaut wannabees and amateur astronomers, this disk offers superb presentation and surprising depth of information." ASTRONOMY MAGAZINE: "Star-Byte Kudos."POPULAR SCIENCE : The Best of What's New Award.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Old Software in a New Box, January 7, 2008

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itsmewho - See all my reviews

This review is from: DK Explore Space Learning Powerpack [Old Version] (CD-ROM)

The software looked enticing, and it was recently released by the publisher in this combo-package, as well as being marked as compatible with Windows XP. Therefore, I purchased this software thinking it was fairly new. Please be warned: It is very old software (The Encyclopedia of Space is copyrighted 1996!) in new packaging. The Encyclopedia of Space would not work on two new machines running Windows XP, and the Atlas of the Solar system (which would run - copyright of 1999) is EXTREMELY dated. The graphics are terrible, and the program is quite boring (especially to a child who is used to newer, more complex software programs). Shame on DK for marketing such old material as brand new.