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Hi, i just got a new Macbook Air (13&quot; ultimate) and I would like to find a native CAD file viewer. <br />
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Is there anything like Autodesk design review on the Mac?<br />
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Do I have to use a virtual machine running windows in order to open it?<br />
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Does anyone know if the &quot;AutoCAD for Mac&quot; trial will continue functioning as a viewer after the end of the trial period?<br />
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Thank you
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Hi, i just got a new Macbook Air (13" ultimate) and I would like to find a native CAD file viewer. 

Is there anything like Autodesk design review on the Mac?

Do I have to use a virtual machine running windows in order to open it?

Does anyone know if the "AutoCAD for Mac" trial will continue functioning as a viewer after the end of the trial period?

Thank you

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