AutoDesk has released a free preview of their Freestyle technology (previously called Cooper).  It appears to be a companion to their Dragonfly project.  Looks promising for quick presentations, and/or sketches for clients.  Give it a spin.

Autodesk - AutoCAD Freestyle Technology Preview

Since there is a short supply of Microstation tutorials, here is a link to a good one.

CAD Notes: Introduction to MicroStation

CAD Notes: More MicroStation Text Tools (2)

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Here's some good thoughts on how to begin w/ Sketchup.

Ten Beginner Tips for Using Google SketchUp « Bill Mullins%u2019 Weblog %u2013 Tech Thoughts

CAD Management in a Continuing Recession, Part 2 | Cadalyst

CAD Management in a Continuing Recession, Part 1 | Cadalyst

This looks promising.  I can't believe I'm saying that about an AutoDesk product, but in just a few minutes of looking around I see a lot of promise.  I'm not sure if their trying to comptet w/ Google Sketchup, but if they are, they may give them a run for their money.  I havn't been able to determine if it will be free, but right now you can give it a test drive.  Enjoy.

Autodesk Project Dragonfly - Free Home Design Software

A very interesting survey of CAD Managers relating to the affects of the current economy on  their firm.

Survey: CAD Managers Reveal Effects of the Economy, Part 1 | Cadalyst

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