one other tip on the mac version on 3dartist CD (not a DVD):  technically the carrara pro pkg
must contain much of the content, hence it's not gonna work right for newbies, like when they
click on a preset and carrara sez it's missing, even though it's in a separate content folder.
mac coding experts might be able to create new pkg that contains the necessary content,
but it might be easier just to wait for the 3dworld disk, which may be a DVD (not a CD).
3dartist disk also contains coupon for 25% off carrara 8 pro.  not very good upgrade deal
IMVHO, but beggars can't be choosers :lol: