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Geographical Information Systems

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What is Geographic Information Systems (GIS)?

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) are an increasingly important part of geography.

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The rise of GIS

  • Geographic Information Systems (GIS) are increasingly used as technology becomes more advanced.
  • GIS is essentially electronic mapping software that provides a lot more data than a traditional paper map can.
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What is GIS?

  • GIS helps us understand more about the world.
  • Whilst traditional paper maps did this, GIS software allows us to add a huge amount of data and information to an electronic map.
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What can GIS do?

  • We can then analyse this data to:
    • Spot patterns.
    • Do calculations.
    • Solve problems.
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An example of GIS

  • The mapping software that you have on your phone is an example of GIS.

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