What is Microsoft Encarta '95?

Microsoft Encarta '95 for Macintosh 68K + PowerPC was a major upgrade over the previous version, which was Microsoft Encarta 1994. Here are some of the key differences:

1. More Content: Encarta '95 included over 31,000 articles, which was a significant increase over the 25,000 articles that were included in the previous version.

2. More Multimedia Elements: Encarta '95 included over 9,000 images and 600 videos, as well as a variety of sound effects and music clips. This was a significant increase over the previous version, which included only a few hundred images and no videos.

3. Improved Search: Encarta '95 included a more advanced search function that allowed users to search for information using keywords, phrases, and Boolean operators. This was a significant improvement over the previous version, which had a more limited search function.

4. More Interactive Features: Encarta '95 included several new interactive features, such as quizzes and games, that helped engage users and make learning more fun. The previous version had some interactive features, but they were more limited in scope.

Overall, Microsoft Encarta '95 for Macintosh 68K + PowerPC was a significant upgrade over the previous version, with more content, more multimedia elements, improved search functionality, and more interactive features.

See also: Microsoft Encarta 97 Deluxe

Download Microsoft Encarta '95 for Mac

Architecture

68K + PPC (FAT)

System Requirements

From Mac OS 7.0 up to Mac OS 8.1

Compatibility notes

• A 68030 based Apple Macintosh Computer that supports a 13-inch (640x480 pixels)
  or larger monitor that can display 256 or more colors
• Mac OS 7.0 or later
• At least 5 MB or random-access memory (RAM) with 4 MB available
• At least 5 MB of available hard disk space
• A CD-ROM drive

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