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I'm completely new to using 3dsmax software and I'm trying to figure out how to do the map modeling. I'm familiar with other modeling software. Are there any really good references that can help? I'm trying to figure out if two polygons or pieces of geometry are created do they need to be linked? Or does it realize the geometry should be considered one? Also is there a way to snap the edges on geometry together? Thanks.