Maya

Article Abstract:

Alias/Wavefront's $10,000 Maya animation software is an NT-based program that performs admirably in the 3D character animation department. The expensive program also offers an open architecture that provides a platform for the integration of third-party programming developments. Although the new interface may initially be confusing to some users, the program's excellent usability, which enables most functions to be administered via hotkeys and pull-down menus, will quickly win them over. Revisions are easily accomplished with this program, and serious modeling and sculpting functions can be performed using the program's ball and lattice technology. A particular strength of this program is the facial animation function, which adds a number of control functions in a short time.

Prepackaged software, Evaluation, Product/Service Evaluation, Product information, Software single product review, Graphics software, Animation software, Alias\Wavefront Inc., Maya (Animation software)

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Love me render

Article Abstract:

The market for Windows NT-based OpenGL accelerator cards is exploding, fueled by cheaper RAM, the competition between 3D chip makers and the OpenGL API's stability. Small graphics businesses can now afford the cards, whose prices start around $1,000. When choosing which product is most appropriate, users should look into the kind of chipsets the boards are running on, determine whether they need a card with a separate geometry engine, the types of software drivers the card supports, and whether it supports Intel's AGP technology. Compared to PCI, AGP offers more advanced features and has a physically different slot.

Computer peripheral equipment, not elsewhere classified, CPUs (Central processing units), Three dimensional displays, Buyers Guide, 3D technology, Hardware buyers' guide, Graphics accelerator/display board, Display adapters

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