I have been using OrCad SDT (Dos version of the OrCAD schematic pkg) since
     the days when the word Hercules brought awsome video cards to mind.
     Therefore I may be a bit biased (I'm also starting to show my age).  I use
     the DOS version Orcad for schematic entry, and the DOS version of PADS for
     PWB layout.  Both tools are behaved enough to work reliably in Win95. I am
     very satisfied with the capabilities of both packages. I have never been
     unable to produce exactly what the customer wanted because of limitations
     in the CAD tools.

     I am sometimes forced to use the Win95 versions of Orcad schematic tools.
     I find the windows version Orcad extremely frustrating, and non-productive.
     The windows version of PADS (PPERFORM) is tolerable, but their POWER-PCB
     product is a joke.  They went backwards 20 steps in productivity to add a
     few features I don't even need.  Unfortunatly most CAD tool companies have
     already fallen to the dark side (windows).



     The above ranting is my own personal opinion, and may not be the opinion of
     my employer.

     Joe Little
     Atlanta Ga.