Ed,
Try CAMCAD by Router Solutions. I have found it easy to use and it is sold
in modules so you can upgrade capabilities when they are needed. The
view/plot module costs around $100. I have been using it for over a year
now without any problems. You can check out their web page at
http://www.rsi-inc.com.
Greg Parke
Mfg. Eng.
Teradyne, Inc.