The Railroad What It Is, What It Does on CD-ROM by John H. Armstrong Our Price: $47.95 ADD TO CART Publication Info: Simmons-Boardman Books Inc.; ISBN: 0922382186; Description: A "must" have for the novice or expert describing the railroad industry from A to Z. This interactive adaptation of our easy-to-read book gives the history from the coal-fed "iron horses" that helped build a nation to the computer-assisted transportation systems in use today. This CD-ROM is based off the fourth edition of the book - an indispensable source for anyone wanting to learn about railroads. Interactive illustrations, diagrams, and video clips help to bring to life the evolution of the railroad industry; changes in signal and communication technology, maintenance, and design engineering. The ever-changing face of rail passenger service is described, as is intermodal traffic. Packaged in jewel case. Additional Information: Please note this program was written prior to the release of Windows 2000. Windows 2000 and XP users need to install this patch in order to hear audio with this CD-ROM. Instructions for installing this patch for Windows 2000 and XP users.
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