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What type of computer do I need to run the BMV software?
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BMV is written in Java and can run on any computer which
supports the Java Runtime Environment. Code has been tested on
Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, 8, 10 and 11, Mac OS X 10.9 (Mavericks) and
10.13 (High Sierra), Centos Linux 7 and 8, RHEL Linux 7.5 and 8.6
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What version of Java do I need installed on my computer?
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You must have Java version 1.8.0 or later. Java 1.8 was released March, 2014
so very likely your computer already has an acceptable Java version installed.
Please see the download instructions for BMV differences between Windows, MacOS, and Linux
computers. BMV no longer bundles a Java Runtime Environment.
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What is the cost of the BMV software?
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The most popular price point of our collecting hobby, FREE. Anyone may
freely download the BMV viewer, search keys, and magazine content. You simply aren't
allowed to sell it!
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Can I still order BMV media?
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No. There is nearly 16 GB of digital magazine content, not including the viewer, and no longer
fits on cheap DVD. Also, downloads over modern internet should be very fast. If you
don't have high speed internet, there is always McDonalds or Starbucks for free.
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What about new features, bug fixes, or new content?
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Hopefully few bugs will be found, but most certainly new features will be
requested and more importantly, new magazine issues will often appear on
monthly basis. Please use the "Tools -> Check For Updates" feature
for download of any updates.
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| Last Updated: October 1, 2024 |
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