Not so long ago, only a select group of users could take advantage of GIS tools and applications. The general public barely knew what GIS was, let alone knew how to use it. Today, the Web allows GIS ...

MapWindow GIS (www.mapwindow.org) is a free GIS that you can use without needing to have ArcView or ArcGIS. Once you've added the MMP Tools plug-in to MapWindow, you can follow the instructions below ...

For years, it’s been only the most committed of journonerds who could invest both the time and money to put geography to use. To say that’s changing is an understatement. GIS (Geography and Geographic ...

In this class, students will learn how to use GIS (geographic information system) tools to calculate distances between two features, road and river lengths within administrative units, the percentage ...

The Geospatial Files and Tools directory provides GIS users with access to a wide range of software utilities, scripts, viewers, and add-ins designed to support spatial analysis and mapping workflows.

No audio available for this content. A few months ago, I wrote a little about ArcGIS Explorer (AE), a free GIS viewer from Esri. It’s a nice tool for non-GIS users who want to view GIS data. Looks ...

No audio available for this content. Screenshot: GIS Planning New hyperlocal business directory ZoomBusiness designed to help Main Street businesses across North America engage with local residents ...

WIESBADEN, Germany - When auto mechanics are given a complex vehicle problem and need to know where to start, they reach for an automotive diagnostic tool. When engineers are given a complex, ...

Anyone interested in pursuing an education in geographic information systems can head to the Cape Fear Community College at the end of the month to learn more about the local program.