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Bookmark or Share- What is GIS? | Geographic Information System Mapping TechnologyA geographic information system (GIS) is a system that creates, manages, analyzes & maps all types of data. GIS connects data to a map, integrating location data with all types of descriptive information.
- Geographic information system - WikipediaA geographic information system (GIS) consists of integrated computer hardware and software that store, manage, analyze, edit, output, and visualize geographic data. [1] [2] Much of this often happens within a spatial database , however, this is not essential to meet the definition of a GIS. [1]
- Geographic Information Systems - National Geographic SocietyGeographic information systems (GIS) are computer-based systems used to collect, store, and display data sets related to positions on Earth’s surface. One important use of GIS involves creating time-lapse photography that shows processes occurring over large areas and long periods of time.
- What is a geographic information system (GIS)? - USGS.govA Geographic Information System (GIS) is a computer system that analyzes and displays geographically referenced information. It uses data that is attached to a unique location.
- GIS (Geographic Information System) - National Geographic SocietyA geographic information system (GIS) is a computer system for capturing, storing, checking, and displaying data related to positions on Earth’s surface. By relating seemingly unrelated data, GIS can help individuals and organizations better understand spatial patterns and relationships.
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