Web Mapping Illustrated: Using Open Source GIS Toolkits

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Table 3-1 summarizes the functions of each application discussed in this chapter: one checkmark shows peripheral use; two checks denotes common use.

Table 3-1. Summary of the types of functions each application generally plays

 

GDAL

OGR

PostGIS

OpenEV

MapServer

Viewing and mapping

 

Analysis

Manipulation

Conversion

  

Sharing

  

Though the applications may fit more than one category, this table is intended to show the most common ways they are used. For some tasks, there are several applications that can meet your needs. Ultimately, your end goal will help determine which is best to use.

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