Microsoft Visual Basic 6.0 Professional Pro 6 in retail box w/license document
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Manufacturer description
The product is Microsoft Visual Basic 6.0 Professional Pro 6 in a retail box with a license document. This academic version is designed for use with a minimum of 16 MB of RAM and a processor speed of 486DX/66MHz or higher. It includes a CD format with English language support and is compatible with Microsoft Windows NT Server, Windows, and Microsoft Windows 95 operating systems. The product is unique in that it is specifically designed for academic and education use, offering a reliable and efficient programming environment for students and professionals alike.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Microsoft Visual Basic 6.0 Pro 6 in retail box w/license document using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro software & media category. Microsoft's retro software & media lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
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Full Specifications
| media | CD-ROM |
|---|---|
| edition | Professional |
| platform | Windows |
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