Deep Space Explorer
Deep Space Explorer PC CD stargazing stars moons galaxies color images graphics
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Windows/Mac
Imaginova
2001
CD
$16.99
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Deep Space Explorer is a CD-ROM package that takes stargazing a step further, perhaps a little in the mold of the Starship Enterprise--like Star Trek, the package allows us to venture into uncharted celestial territories without leaving home. Using excellent graphics and color images of stars and moons, the software places the user at the helm of their very own "starship," allowing them to navigate into the outer reaches of the universe.
The range of the program gives a hint of the sheer enormity of space. With this software you can travel anywhere within 700 million light years of Earth--probably enough for most of us--visiting 28,000 galaxies and 30,000 individual stars. Navigating through the deep blackness, only to find yourself in the silvery whirl of a spiral galaxy, is a beautiful and unusual virtual experience.
In addition to this extraordinary--and literally otherworldly--voyage, though, Deep Space Explorer provides important sources of information, with links connecting to Internet sites that provide more material about the locations you are visiting and multimedia tutorials from a professional astronomer on current cosmological theory and a wide range of topics in astrophysics. These give an interesting understanding of the nature of black holes, galactic collisions, and ideas about the big bang--while being perfectly accessible to the layperson.
They also mean that in each of the 28,000 galaxies that you enter the most up-to-date information about this star collection is available at the click of a mouse. This combination of disparate learning and intense virtual exploration of space is difficult to beat. Computers can do many wonderful things, and surely bringing the extent of the universe to so many more people is among them. Now it is no longer necessary to travel to observatories in the American deserts or the Chilean Andes to gain some understanding of the distant stars.
From the Starry Night family of astronomy software products, Deep Space Explorer is the first program for the home user that accurately models the wonders of the universe in all their three-dimensional glory. Astronomer Brent Tully has compiled a new database of 30,000 galaxies, which has never before been available in a desktop astronomy program. Each of these galaxies is sized, positioned, and rotated correctly, allowing users to see the clusters, filaments, and voids that dominate the large-scale structure of the universe. A special "spaceship" mode lets users fly through this strange world, traveling hundreds of millions of light years from Earth.
Complementing the three-dimensional simulator is Deep Space Explorer's special media player, which explains the workings of the universe in more than an hour of live-action video, narrated by Star Trek: Deep Space 9 actress Chase Masterson. Learn about extrasolar planets, the formation of our solar system, and much more.
For Windows (32-bit Systems) / Mac (Power Macintosh: OS 9 or Below) [*Please review compatibility/platform sections in 'What You Get']
The range of the program gives a hint of the sheer enormity of space. With this software you can travel anywhere within 700 million light years of Earth--probably enough for most of us--visiting 28,000 galaxies and 30,000 individual stars. Navigating through the deep blackness, only to find yourself in the silvery whirl of a spiral galaxy, is a beautiful and unusual virtual experience.
In addition to this extraordinary--and literally otherworldly--voyage, though, Deep Space Explorer provides important sources of information, with links connecting to Internet sites that provide more material about the locations you are visiting and multimedia tutorials from a professional astronomer on current cosmological theory and a wide range of topics in astrophysics. These give an interesting understanding of the nature of black holes, galactic collisions, and ideas about the big bang--while being perfectly accessible to the layperson.
They also mean that in each of the 28,000 galaxies that you enter the most up-to-date information about this star collection is available at the click of a mouse. This combination of disparate learning and intense virtual exploration of space is difficult to beat. Computers can do many wonderful things, and surely bringing the extent of the universe to so many more people is among them. Now it is no longer necessary to travel to observatories in the American deserts or the Chilean Andes to gain some understanding of the distant stars.
From the Starry Night family of astronomy software products, Deep Space Explorer is the first program for the home user that accurately models the wonders of the universe in all their three-dimensional glory. Astronomer Brent Tully has compiled a new database of 30,000 galaxies, which has never before been available in a desktop astronomy program. Each of these galaxies is sized, positioned, and rotated correctly, allowing users to see the clusters, filaments, and voids that dominate the large-scale structure of the universe. A special "spaceship" mode lets users fly through this strange world, traveling hundreds of millions of light years from Earth.
Complementing the three-dimensional simulator is Deep Space Explorer's special media player, which explains the workings of the universe in more than an hour of live-action video, narrated by Star Trek: Deep Space 9 actress Chase Masterson. Learn about extrasolar planets, the formation of our solar system, and much more.
For Windows (32-bit Systems) / Mac (Power Macintosh: OS 9 or Below) [*Please review compatibility/platform sections in 'What You Get']
WHAT YOU GET:
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COMPATIBILITY:
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64-Bit Windows OS Systems:
For 64-bit Operating Systems, older games most likely will NOT work due to 64-bit systems not being able to run 16-bit programming code (most games prior to 2000). For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program.
Macintosh Systems:
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MEDIA FORMAT:
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Ask questions PRIOR to purchasing an order to avoid any confusion.
Be patient if there are problems during installation or gameplay. Typically someone else has
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Be sure to update your video card drivers and search for updates to the game from the manufacturer.
This item is for the original media, and includes only the media (ie. CD, floppy ...) UNLESS specifically stated above and/or in the title. If more than just the media is included, it will state which items are (ie. box, manual, etc ). Items that come in a sleeve refer to a generic CD sleeve (typically white) and will be sent with shipping protection to avoid damage during transit. If available, we will also send the front and/or back CD inserts if in stock. If these are important to you, please message us to verify we have them available to send. Please do not assume items are included other than what's stated. Again, ask questions PRIOR to purchasing if you have any concerns.
IMAGES:
All images/pictures are stock photos and are for reference only, mainly to show the type of game you will be getting. Please read "WHAT YOU GET" for what is included with the media. Screenshots may vary based on your own computer system, video card, monitor, etc.
COMPATIBILITY:
Computers are like people, each one is different. Unlike console games, a computer game may install and work flawlessly on one system but may need adjustments on another. This is due to a variety of factors, mainly the OS platform running, video card you have, drivers, protection software installed, etc. Many times manufacturers release updates to games to fix bugs and add enhancements. We would be happy to help get the game going on your computer, but ultimately compatibility issues are the responsibility of the buyer. We suggest going to Google and searching for the name of the game along with the words "system requirements" to determine if your system is suitable. Ultimately, we are not responsible for software compatibility problems or publisher's errors.
PLATFORM:
Stated within the auction is what platform the game will work on (ie. Windows, Mac, Linux...) This is a generic statement and specific platform versions (ie. XP, Vista...) will have to be researched by the buyer. Games that came out PRIOR to XP or higher will not specifically state they will work on that release, but only because they came out before those versions were made. Many, if not most, will work on XP or higher with a few quick adjustments. We provide instructions with all items purchased on how to do this adjustment using the Program Compatibility Wizard. If we find out that an item will definately not work on a specific version, we will state it. For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program if the Program Compatibility Wizard does not work.
64-Bit Windows OS Systems:
For 64-bit Operating Systems, older games most likely will NOT work due to 64-bit systems not being able to run 16-bit programming code (most games prior to 2000). For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program.
Macintosh Systems:
For Macintosh programs, most older games will need to be run in Classic Environment if you have a MAC OS X 10.0 - 10.4 version. Please research Google on how to do this, or send us a message for information prior to purchasing. If your MAC OS system doesn't support Classic Environment (ie. MAC OS X 10.5 or Higher OR Intel Macs), you will have to try running it using the free program called SheepShaver, but compatibility is not ensured. Please research prior to purchasing or ask questions.
MEDIA FORMAT:
Please verify you have the required hardware in order to use the specified media (ie. CD, DVD, floppy drives, etc.) If the item comes as a floppy disc, make sure you have either the needed 3.5" floppy drive or the bigger and older 5.25" floppy drive.
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A SMOOTH PURCHASE:
SHIPPING:
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We typically ship all items out within 1-2 business days after payment is received. In regards to the stated shipping and handling, remember that these costs include more than just postage.
International buyers please email/chat with us to determine if you are eligible for shipping of a specific product. If you are, then international buyers not shipping to an address within the U.S. can expect their orders to take anywhere from 5 days to 4 weeks to be received, depending on how fast/well USPS is moving. Additionally, international orders typically have to go through governmental customs, which can delay the arrival process. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to buying. Customs fees are normally charged by the shipping company or collected when you pick the item up. These fees are not additional shipping charges.
