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GIS or geographic information systems is a type of computer program. While there are several types, the industry leader is ArcGIS by ESRI. GIS allows you to take large amounts of data and to process it and produce maps, DEM (digital elevation models), charts, graphs, political maps, parcel maps, utilities, roads, land forms, or any other kind of digital representation of a real world feature.
The good: It is effective, quick compared to other methods, and allows you to use and share large amounts of data.
The bad: It requires some skill to use. Jobs require a degree. It can freeze or crash, especially if the user is unfamiliar with the program or if their computer is incapable of handling the program.
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Why gis a valuable tool for examining the geography of a place?
The GIS stores info about the world in a digital database
Does gis have a weather tracker?
Yes, gis does have a weather tracker. As well as monitoring the weather, a gis system can have many other uses. It can analyze sales and forecast a population, among other things.
Why was GIS made?
To entertain people.
What is the essence of thematic layers in GIS?
No
What are the 3 primary GIS data types that GPS receivers collect?
vector GIS, Raster GIS, Hybrid GIS
What is the difference between DBMS and GIS?
gis and dbms
What do the initials GIS stand for?
What GIS stand for in genetics
When was GRASS GIS created?
GRASS GIS was created in 1984.
When was Quantum GIS created?
Quantum GIS was created in 2009.
What is the difference between GIS and cartography?
GIS is basically cartography on a computer (information system). So GIS is an application of cartography.
If you earn a certificate in GIS is it appropriate to use GIS after your name?
Earning a certificate in GIS is not the same as GIS certification. Unless the certificate program you attended results in a higher degree such as a Bachelor's or Master's degree, there are no initials you can place after your name. GIS certification is a fee-based process currently handled by the GIS Certification Institute (GISCI), that evaluates the GIS proficiency of an individual by assessing their experience, education, and contributions to the GIS industry. Those individuals awarded certification by the GISCI may place the acronym GISP (for GIS professional) after their name.
Which geographic tool uses computer technology to collect manipulate analyze and display data about the earths surface?
GIS
When was TeleCAD-GIS created?
TeleCAD-GIS was created in 2002-02.
When was SAGA GIS created?
SAGA GIS was created in 2004-02.
How does Nancy charbeneau use GIS?
How does Nancy charbeneau used gis
When was Society for Conservation GIS created?
Society for Conservation GIS was created in 1997.
