Zeroing in: Geographic Information Systems at Work in the Community (Paperback)

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Geographic information systems (GIS) are moving out of the computer lab and into the community. In the 12 stories presented in Zeroing In, people who use GIS in their daily jobs talk about how the technology helps them get the information they need to work smarter and make better decisions. The book shows GIS at work in every aspect of community life: schools, public safety, housing, economic growth, and more.

An accessible and engaging introduction to geographic information systems (GIS) for government officials, business people, planners, teachers--indeed, anyone who deals with maps and geographic information. Readers will learn how they can use GIS to work more efficiently and improve the quality of life in your community. Please read the Excerpt section on this page for more information.

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The information in Zeroing In presents how GIS affects the daily lives of all of us, those who use it as well as those who benefit from it. So read this book and you will begin to discover how you can use GIS in your work and your community.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 114 pages
• Publisher: Esri Press; 1 edition (June 1, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1879102501
• ISBN-13: 978-1879102507
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 7.3 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
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• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #839,116 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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