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๐ฎ GAME HIGHLIGHTS:Classic Microsoft Encarta Encyclopedie Winkler Prins 2000, the Dutch-language multimedia encyclopedia designed for Windows PCs. Ideal for collectors of vintage PC software, retro computing enthusiasts, and anyone interested in period-correct educational titles. Combines trusted Winkler Prins editorial content with Microsoftโs interactive Encarta interface for comprehensive at-home reference.
๐ฟ TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:Designed for Windows 95, Windows 98, and Windows NT Workstation 4.0 or higher (see photos of system requirements on the box). Requires a multimedia PC with Pentium-class processor, CD-ROM drive, mouse, and SVGA display as per the original 1999 specifications. Distributed as multiple CD-ROMs inside the big retail box, fully in Dutch, with Internet access recommended for the now-historic online supplements of that era.
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CONDITION / STORAGE:This is unopened old stock from a closed retailer/warehouse, still factory sealed in its original shrinkwrap. The box is clean and glossy with only minor shelf wear: light scuffs to the plastic wrap, a few tiny pressure marks, and small corner/edge rubs visible in the photos. No tears through to the cardboard and no crushing or structural damage, making it a strong example for display on a shelf with other big-box PC titles.
๐ฆ WHAT'S INCLUDED:You will receive the original Microsoft Encarta Encyclopedie Winkler Prins 2000 big-box release pictured. Contents are presumed complete inside the seal, including the Dutch CD-ROM set, manuals, and inserts as originally packaged by Microsoft/Elsevier. All factory labels, barcodes (including UPC/EAN), and distributor stickers are still attached and clearly readable on the outer wrap.
๐ COLLECTOR NOTES:Encarta and Winkler Prins collaborations are increasingly hard to find in unopened condition, especially localized Dutch editions. This sealed 2000 release represents a snapshot of late-1990s PC educational software and is perfect for preservation, archival builds, or a period-correct Dutch Windows 95/98 setup. The attractive big box with bold blue artwork and historical imagery displays beautifully alongside other Microsoft titles from the same era.
๐ฎ GAMEPLAY FEATURES:Browse thousands of articles, photos, maps, and timelines through an intuitive point-and-click interface. Includes interactive multimedia such as images, audio, and video clips typical of Encarta products of this generation. Offers powerful search tools, cross-references, and curated paths for study, making it suited for home, school, or library computers of its time.
๐ก SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS:Minimum requirements listed on the box include a multimedia PC with Pentium processor or better, 16 MB RAM (Windows 95/98) or 24 MB RAM (Windows NT Workstation), and a quad-speed or faster CD-ROM drive. A Super VGA monitor supporting at least 640x480 resolution and standard Microsoft-compatible mouse are needed to navigate the encyclopedia. For some legacy online update features, a dial-up modem and Internet access were recommended when originally released.
๐ ITEM LOCATION / SHIPPING:Item ships from Europe (ships worldwide) and will be packed securely to protect the factory seal and box corners. Ideal for international collectors seeking a genuine Dutch Encarta Winkler Prins big-box edition. Combined shipping can often be arranged when purchasing multiple vintage PC titles.
โ ๏ธ IMPORTANT NOTES / BUYER INFO:This is vintage software intended for classic PCs and operating systems; compatibility with modern Windows versions or 64-bit systems is not guaranteed and may require emulation or legacy hardware. Perfect for collectors who value originality, completeness, and authentic period packaging.
