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geographic information systems (GIS)
Scope note
Computer software that allows geospatially referenced data to be linked to geographic features. Use this term only for information that is about GIS and not for the use of GIS in applications and projects.
Alternative terms
UF
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GIS
Broader Terms
BT
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information system design and development
Related terms
RT
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decision support methods
RT
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geospatial datasets
RT
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GPS measurement
RT
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information management methods
RT
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map coordinate systems
Date of creation
20-Nov-2007
Accepted term
20-Nov-2007
Descendant terms
0
ARK
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