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	Virtual Reality Milky Way

mariana3

7-30-2008 7:00 PM

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astronomy, earth, galaxy, space, computer

mariana3 says:

You can enter the VR Milky Way at this address (VERY "HEAVY" WEBPAGE - for fast connections only):

http://www.pixheaven.net/geant/080728_5187-202.htm

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