David J. Buckley
Corporate GIS Solutions Manager
Pacific Meridian Resources, Inc.

The GIS Primer provides an overview of issues and requirements for implementing and applying geographic information systems technology.

This primer focuses on practical issues concerned with the responsible implementation and application of GIS technology. The primer is directed for those with limited exposure to GIS. It is intended purely as in introductory text with an emphasis on identifying and clearly illustrating fundamental concepts in GIS applications.

Table of Contents
Preface
Purpose of this Book
About the Author
The Nature of Geographic Information
Fundamental GIS Concepts
Data Sources and Data Input Techniques
Data Organization and Storage
Data Manipulation and Analysis
Sample Applications and Examples
Implementation Strategies and Issues
Technology Developments and Trends
Glossary
Introductory References
(from ESRI's web site)
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