What's the best way to have a model with hair in 3DS max?

I'd like to know about creating a model with hair in 3DS Max (I currently have version 7). I'm talking about any kind of hair: long hair, Disney's Cinderella's hair (if I were to create a real-life-like model) and even hair for cats and dogs.

I'm not asking for a do-it-all plug in. In fact, the more options the better.

What's the best way to have a model with hair in 3DS max?

where did u get 3ds max

What's the best way to have a model with hair in 3DS max?

maybe try alpha mapping? takes more time though. If, you're a beginner or doing this for fun, then the plugins are a better start. If you're going to be an expert or something, then experiment with alpha maps.

What's the best way to have a model with hair in 3DS max?

The best way is:

Modify / modifier list / World-space modifiers / Hair and Fur (wsm)

but don't forget: 3dsMax is not a good media to generate REAL renderings. If you want a real atmosphere simulation you should use softwares like (MAYA) or go for rendering into other softwares like (RenderMan).

Enjoy it