Introduced a modeless palette, allowing users to keep the layer manager open while continuing to work on the drawing. System Requirements for 2009 Edition
Released as part of the "Raptor" development cycle, AutoCAD 2009 introduced several interface changes that defined the look of the software for years to come: Portable Autodesk AutoCAD 2009
Before seeking a portable version, it is important to understand the current landscape of older Autodesk software: System requirements for AutoCAD 2009 - Autodesk Introduced a modeless palette, allowing users to keep