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Besides the many fine book atlases, you can now also get a comprehensive atlas on CD ROM. Several are available, including some “bargain software” versions for as little as $10. Slightly more expensive, but highly recommended is the Microsoft Encarta Virtual Globe.

• Inexpensive
• Has great depth of detail and information
• Incredible variety of map types
• Interactive mode teaches computer skills
• Built-in multi-level geography quiz
• Animated aerial flight simulations
• Seamless internet linkage

One draw back is that it is presently available only for the PC