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15th Edition:
This edition, first published in 1974, was a major overhaul of the encyclopedia. It was designed with a three-part structure to improve user experience:
Micropædia: A ready-reference and index section.
Macropædia: Articles offering in-depth knowledge.
Propædia: A guide to the outline of knowledge.
End of Print Editions:
Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc. discontinued printing the encyclopedia in 2012, with the 2010 edition being the last printed version.
Digital Focus:
Since then, the encyclopedia has been exclusively published online at Britannica.com.
Legacy:
The 15th edition, also known as "Britannica 3," represents a significant effort to modernize the encyclopedia and adapt to changing information consumption habits.