Software to create physics diagrams

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Freeware options for creating physics diagrams include Drawplus4, which one user mentioned but sought feedback on. Other users recommend Scilab and Octave, both of which are free and compatible with Windows and Unix-like systems. A suggestion was made to search for "free vector graphics software" for more alternatives. The discussion highlights the need for clear labeling in physics diagrams. Overall, users are encouraged to explore various software options to meet their diagramming needs.
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Hi,

Does anyone know of any freeware available in the internet for creating diagrams for physics classes. I need to be able to draw clearly labeled diagrams for all kinds of problems that we encounter in physics.

I found one at www.sherifsoftware.com[/URL] called Drawplus4. Has anyone used this?

Would you people be able to share any knowledge regarding this? Thanks a lot.

Gamma
 
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I'm beginning to use scilab and octave. Both are free and available on Windows and any Unix like systems. I use them on Linux. I don't know drawplus.
 
Try searching on google for "free vector graphics software" or something similar, you should get plenty of results.
 
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