Output of Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
The question arises as to why we need geographic information systems? You immediately answer, “To map locations”. The answer is not that simple! A geographic information...
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Data Input Techniques in GIS
Introduction GIS stands for Geographical Information System. It refers to a computerized system for data management and serves the purpose of capturing, storing, managing,...
GIS For Shoreline Change Monitoring
You probably already know that, throughout the course of the day, the ocean’s tide changes. In the morning the ocean recedes and a large portion of the beach is exposed but,...
Mitigating the Cost of Oblique Imagery GIS
In the event of a disaster, emergency responders play an important role in managing the situation and minimizing casualties. In the case of a fire, for example, fire fighters...
Common Concerns with Graphic Output Design
Just like a Microsoft Word Document, the output obtained from a GIS has to be formatted and edited with respect to the situation. The design is an integral part of the output...
Using GIS Software for Meteorite Recovery
Meteorites are sometimes called “falling stars” though they are actually just pieces of debris from comets or asteroids that come from outer space. These pieces of debris...
User Interaction and Its Types
Interaction: We cannot ourselves communicate with the GIS but can only view system generated information (lists, maps) which can aid the decision making process! The person...
How Can GIS Technology be Used for Grant Writing?
Grants are a very important source of funding for many businesses and organizations. In order to obtain grant money from the government or from private investors, you will...