Using solidworks on macbook

i have a 2008(?) macbook with integrated intel gma x3100 graphics.
i need to run solidworks for my major, and i am wondering if my computer will run it in bootcamp?
i have xp sp3, but could also run win7 if need be.
please help! i may need to get a new computer sooner than later!!

You may want to review the [system requirements for solid works|http://www.solidworks.com/sw/support/SystemRequirements.html] in order to answer your question.

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