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Explains how GIS applications can be used to study water models such as watershed delineation, topographic characteristic extraction, and flood-plain extent determination. ... Read more

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The future of H&H Modeling
This book provides an overview of not only the theory and computational methodologies ofboth Hydraulic and Hydrologic modeling in ArcView, but provides real world modeling examples.This publication is a great quick overview of cutting edge modeling.Note that most of the Corp of Engineering extensions show cased in this book require that you are using ArcView 3.x and they currently do not run on ArcGIS 8. ... Read more

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GIS data and tools are revolutionizing transportation research and decision making, allowing transportation analysts and professionals to understand and solve complex transportation problems that were previously impossible.Here, Miller and Shaw present a comprehensive discussion of fundamental geographic science and the applications of these principles using GIS and other software tools.By providing thorough and accessible discussions of transportation analysis within a GIS environment, this volume fills a critical niche in GIS-T and GIS literature. ... Read more

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Comprehensive and thorough
Having been a student with Harvey Miller probably makes my review somewhat biased. Nevertheless, this is an excellent book if you're a student or professional in the field of GIS and need to know how GIS can be applied in transportation, or vice versa, knowing tranportation, this book will tell you what GIS can do for you. Mind you, this is not for the fainthearted, this is solid academic work and presumes some academic knowlegde prior to reading this book. It is specked with references that are hard to get, and you are likely to spend more time in the library reading up on the bibliography than digesting the actual text. Still, if GIS-T is your line of research, you cannot avoid having this book. It is by far one of the most comprehensive I have seen. It is clear that the authors posess solid knowledge and have covered a wide field and left nothing out. It may have a rather inhibitive price; in hindsight it was well worth the money spent. ... Read more

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This first edition of GIS Applications in Forestry and Natural Resource Management is intended for introductory courses in Geographic Information Systems or computer applications in forestry and natural resource management.The emphasis of the book is on the use of Geographical Information Systems (GIS) in natural resource management, or GIS applications.We provide detailed coverage of GIS operations such as querying, buffering, clipping, and overlay analysis (and others), as well as background information on the history of GIS, database creation, editing, and acquisition, and map development.The applications provided can be extended to any region of the World, although the primary emphasis is North America, as portrayed by alternative management scenarios. ... Read more

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A solid introduction to GIS with good balance and focus
This is the only text I have used in teaching intro GIS courses for the last four years.It's getting a little long in the tooth--it was written over ten years ago and the hardware illustrations in particular are quite out of date--but the presentation of the fundamentals is still uniformly solid.Newer developments, like LIDAR, GPS, and 3D visualization, are not in this book at all, but are readily learned on the Web, which tends to focus on new stuff and go light on presentations of fundamentals: Web-based GIS materials and this book complement each other well.The focus is on using a GIS for decision making and support, which leads to a good balance between management and technical issues.And unlike many other (popular) GIS texts, this one is not riddled with typographical and technical errors.

This has got to be the definitive "GIS-101" text!
Any prof teaching "Introductory GIS" can't go wrong using this as THE standard text in their course.Excellent in all facets.Solid in remote sensing and subsequent raster GIS applications.Good grounding invector GIS.And a very easy read.Will give you many "jumpingoff" points for either academic or real-world directions.Goodcase-studies sprinkled liberally throughout - Aranoff definitely ranks withThrall as one of today's GIS gurus!

An exceptional reference for anyone interested in GIS
Aronoff text is a must for anyone interested in the subject of GIS.It is a well written text that provides the reader with a solid foundation of GIS concepts, Remote Sensing, data input and output, data management, and GISanalysis functions.It is a concise and practical introduction to the useand function of GIS technology.The text presents concepts using examplesfrom a wide range of disciplines including land planning, agriculture, andmineral exploration.The author also examines the process of GISimplementation including organizational needs, costs-benefits,justification, and legal and political issues. ... Read more

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A nuts-and-bolts introduction to geographic information systems (GIS), this book outlines the basic concepts and diverse uses of this technology in a local government environment. Emphasizing the value of integrating data from various sources, the book provides a set of tools for improving the way public services are delivered, resources are managed, and policy decisions are made.Rather than stressing the computer technology that is so rapidly changing in the GIS industry, this book concentrates on the concepts upon which this technology is based: information systems design, computer-aided mapping, topological data structures, geographic base files, and land records systems.It also provides the latest information on the U.S. Census Bureau's TIGER files and the Global Positioning Satellite System established by the U.S. Department of Defense.Special features include fourteen case studies, a chapter describing the enormous effort required to set up and manage a typical GIS project, and an appendix on who is using GIS technology and how it is being used.Whether they run the GIS or help run the government, readers of An Introduction to Urban Geographic Information Systems will learn efficient and effective methods for improving the impact that local government has on its citizens. ... Read more

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This book contains state-of-the-art research studies on the concepts, theory, processes, and real world applications of geographical information systems (GIS) in business. Its chapters are authored by many of the leading experts in applying GIS and geospatial science to business. The book utilizes a wide variety of approaches and methodologies including conceptual theory development, research frameworks, quantitative and qualitative methods, case studies, systems design, DSS theory, and geospatial analysis combined with point-of-sale. Since relatively little research has been published on GIS in business, this book is pioneering and should be the principal compendium of the latest research in this area. The book impacts not only the underlying definitions, concepts, and theories of GIS in business and industry, but its practice as well. ... Read more

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The World Wide Web has rapidly become a widespread means for the publication of geospatial data. It has earned this popularity since it is virtually platform independent can reach many users at minimal cost and is easy to update. More importantly, the web meets the increasing demand for customized geospatial data products. However, the visual dissemination of spatial data on the web creates special requirements for map design, and introduces new capabilities and pitfalls for interactive map applications.Web maps are first put into a broad context and specific characteristics of these maps are then examined from a user perspective. The various functions of maps on the Web are discussed in the context of the technical background and fundamental user questions such as what can be done with existing data. Web cartography also provides insight into the particularities of multi-dimensional web maps. Typical characteristics are explained clearly from the perspectives of static viewing and dynamic viewing. For each category, design considerations, based on cartographic principles, are discussed. Topics addressed include map contents, map physics and the map environment. Technical terms are explained where necessary. For several time-sensitive topics such as traffic, weather and tourism, the status and future of web maps are discussed. Atlases and national mapping agencies are also covered.The website http:://kartoweb.itc.nl/webcartography/webbook accompanies the book. It provides a dynamic environment for demonstrating many of the principles set out in the text and includes access to a basic course on Web cartography. The book and website provide a text for students and professionals in the fields of cartography and GIS. The series of chapters are written by different people but worked together into a single text. ... Read more

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Zen and the Art of Web Cartography ...
Masterpiece! The bible of Internet Cartography. A must have for every Web GIS (Geographic Information Systems) lover and developer! ... Read more

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In the last decade there has been a phenomenal growth in interest in crime pattern analysis. Geographic information systems are now widely used in urban police agencies throughout industrial nations. With this, scholarly interest in understanding crime patterns has grown considerably.

Artificial Crime Analysis Systems: Using Computer Simulations and Geographic Information Systems discusses leading research on the use of computer simulation of crime patterns to reveal hidden processes of urban crimes, taking an interdisciplinary approach by combining criminology, computer simulation, and geographic information systems into one comprehensive resource. ... Read more

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To understand the power of Geographical Information Systems and Geographical Positioning Systems today, it is essential to understand their background and history, and the needs they were designed to answer .This is the first comprehensive history of GIS for both practitioners and students.From GPS systems that help you find your destination in a rented car, to satellite imaging for locating new petroleum reserves, GIS technology is changing the world. This book brings together for the first time the expert testimonies of the pioneers, key scientists and entrepreneurs who created the GIS field and made it what it is today. It covers both the raster and vector sides of GIS development. From remote sensing to PC-based systems; from Land Information Systems to defense applications, this is the definitive history of GIS.For all GIS and GPS professional practitioners, developers and students. ... Read more

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Ground Truth is the first book to explicitly address the role of geographic information systems (GIS) in their social context. Contributing authors consider the ideas and practices that have emerged among GIS users, demonstrating how they reflect the material and political interests of certain groups. Chapters also discuss the impact of new GIS technologies on the discipline of geography, and evaluate the role of GIS within the wider transformations of free-market capitalism. Presenting thought-provoking essays by leading scholars, the book lays the groundwork for a critical rethinking of GIS that will open up an important debate. ... Read more

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The implications of pushing buttons
Like any edited volume, the chapters are hit and miss.There's a great chapter by Peter Taylor and Ronald Johnston that indicts a data-led geography as having a corrupted practice of research.I recommend it to any person interested in a philosophy of geographic information technology. ... Read more

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Computerized crime mapping or GIS in law enforcement agencies hasexperienced rapid growth, particularly since the mid 1990s. There has also been increasing interests in GIS analysis of crime from various academicfields including criminology, geography, ... Read more

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Geographic information systems (GIS) - a central repository of geographic data collected from various sources, including satellites and GPS is emerging as one of the most intriguing and promising high-tech fields. Today, many technical, managerial, engineering, and academic positions require GIS skills, and this easy-to-understand resource answers the call. The book examines and explains all of the critical GIS concepts in a clear voice and in a consistent structure. It provides technical and non-technical professionals, regardless of their background, with an accessible and practical guide to important GIS know-how. While other GIS-learning sources are software-product biased, this unique volume offers an unbiased approach to the fundamentals of learning GIS, helping the reader become functional and knowledgeable in this burgeoning area. ... Read more

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It's refreshing to see an analysis which focuses equally
GIS isn't your usual software product-based system: it's used on engineering, mapping and other projects to blend geographic data with business analytic tools, and it uses demographics to promote both business decisions and geographic information management alike. Most GIS titles focus on the geography end, so it's refreshing to see an analysis which focuses equally on business applications of GIS results and strategies, coming with the authority of a member of the American Society of Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing, American Geophysical Union, and the New York City Chapter of Geographic Information Systems and Mapping Operations.

Diane C. Donovan
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This valuable reference book is unique in its coverage of examples from the geological sciences, many centred on applications to mineral exploration.The underlying principles of GIS are stressed and emphasis placed on the analysis and modelling of spatial data with applications to site selection and potential mapping. The book commences with a definition of GIS and describes a case study of mapping mineral potential. The ways in which spatial data are organized with models (raster, vector, relational) are discussed and data structures, such as quadtrees and topological structures are introduced. Data input including digitizing, geographic projections and conversions is covered together with output (visualization, representation of colour and spatial query). Spatial data transformations are dealt with thoroughly and attention is paid to map analysis and modelling as related to single maps, map pairs and multiple maps respectively. Methods of quantifying the associations between pairs of maps are emphasized. Finally, examples of landfill site selection and mineral potential mapping illustrate the application of map algebra for combining maps and tables with models, employing Boolean logic, index weighting, fuzzy logic and probability methods such as weights of evidence. There is an extensive glossary of terms, and references accompany each chapter. Contains 40 pages of colour illustrations. ... Read more

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Great text for learning GIS in the Geosciences
This book is a great library addition for those interested in the use of GIS in geosciences. Most of the examples are given from the SPANS program but translate easily into other software. Reading the book will give you agood understanding of aspects of spatial analysis in the Geosciences. Thereis a lot of detail and good examples. ... Read more

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Most of the current publications on geographic information systems (GIS) focus on its mechanics, technology, and project-specific applications.This much-needed book, however, introduces the reader to GIS implementation from a management and organizational perspective. GIS is becoming increasingly popular and is evolving from a mapping tool used for support functions to a technology capable of redesigning land administration.In other sectors, information technology has had a dramatic effect on operations. This book examines those cases, and applies them to GIS paradigm, stressing that GIS technology itself does not cause improvements in operational efficiency and effectiveness, but enables changes that can facilitate these improvements.The bulk of the book guides the reader through the necessary frameworks and techniques needed to plan, design, and implement GIS as a technological infrastructure within an organization.Managing Geographic Information System Projects, is suitable for both students and professionals who want to know how to successfully implement GIS technology in organizations. ... Read more

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Excellent GIS Starting Point and Desk Reference
Written by folks that know how to do it, this ranges from organizational issues to technical design ... Read more

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Designed for a comprehensive coverage of GIS topics, this book is organized into three parts. Part 1 (chapters 1 to 8) covers the fundamentals of GIS including coordinate systems, data models, data input, data management, and data display. Part 2 (chapters 9 to 12) includes data exploration, analysis using vector and raster data, and terrain analysis. Part 3 (chapters 13 to 16) covers spatial interpolation, GIS modeling, regions, and network and dynamic segmentation. Also included in the book are new developments in GIS such as the object-oriented model and research-oriented questions such as the effect of spatial scale.

This book stresses both concepts and practice. GIS concepts from fields such as geography, cartography, spatial analysis, and database management explain the purpose and objectives of GIS operations and the interrelationship among GIS operations. A basic understanding of map projection, for example, explains why we must project map layers to be used together to a common coordinate system and why we need to input numerous projection parameters. Each chapter in this book is divided into two main sections. The first section covers topics and concepts addressed in the chapter. The second section covers applications, usually with three to five problem-solving tasks.

To include data sets and instructions for the practice sections, we chose GIS packages as examples for this book, and ArcView software is included complimentary with this textbook. ... Read more

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Decent mix of GIS theory and arcview specifics
I just finished using this book for a second-level ArcView class.At first I didn't like it that much, mostly because the writing is very soporific, but also because it blurs coverage of GIS topics and ArcView specifics together, without a clear sense of what kind of information was being presented.(E.g. tutorial GIS material appears in the middle of exercises.This should be separated and stand off in a separate font, for instance, than the low level instructions of what ArcView commands to perform for the exercise.)

However, as I read this book more, I got to like it and appreciate it much more.It occupies a unique niche in the GIS literature field, because *NO OTHER BOOK* that I have been able to track down (with one exception given below) combines high level GIS concepts with their realization in ArcView (if there are others I'd like to know).

Most other books are either GIS theory alone, or very *very* low level bloated books about ArcView as a program (e.g. practically everything esri publishes), with little or no connection to, or explication of, high level GIS concepts, theory, and data structures. (Also as I read on, the writing became less soporific: I don't know if this was because I got used to the author's writing style, or if the writing actually improved.)

In contrast to all those other ArcView books, this book presents some GIS theory, and then shows how to actually do something with these concepts in ArcView.The exercises on the CD provide data and shapefiles specific to what is being taught, so that the reader learns how to actually do quite powerful things in ArcView. It became quite exciting to see some of the cool things that could be done as the chapters went on.(For learning and using ArcView, this book goes along well with Theobald's excellent reference on ArcView, which also bridges the gap between GIS theory and ArcView by presenting almost every nut and bolt relevant to ArcView usage, organized by high level GIS concepts.)

Regarding the complaints in the other review:I encountered just a couple of bugs in the supplied CD exercises, and most of them could by remedied in one way or another.(The newer printing of the book may or may not have these bugs fixed.)Although a trial version of ArcView is included on the CD for installing on your home computer (I used a Mac with Virtual PC), the text includes exercises using the ArcInfo program when there was something that couldn't be done in ArcView.On the book's cover, they clearly mention that only ArcView is included on the CD.For the exercises which required special extensions such as 3D Analyst, we used the college's computers which had those extensions installed, so that was not a problem.It is unfortunate that not every tool covered in the book could have a trial verision included in the CD (not the fault of the publisher, but of esri), but I'd rather have the knowledge coverage in the book so I can learn about it even if the program is not on the CD.

I think this book deserves five stars for content, but I'm giving it four because of the stylistic problems described above.

Introduction to GIS by Chang
This book was recommended reading for a class. Like many other books that include a CD, it relies heavily on the CD to teach the material. It was frustration from the begining. The overall content of the book is sufficient but the teaching process falls far short. The author or publisher should have checked the CD to see if it contained what they said: no spatial analyst like they said--which is very important in the book, no arcinfo which is important. One reference to a software extension was misnamed, leaving me to search and experiment till I discovered they did not mean "Grid Data Source" but rather "Image Data Source". And we have not yet left chapter 1! Chapter 2 was no different, View Projection Utility does not work. Oh well I give up. I do not recommend this book as a way to learn GIS--maybe as a reference but not as a tutorial. ... Read more

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Many advances in the integration of group spatial modeling, geographic information systems (GIS), and the Internet have occurred in recent years; however, there is a lack of materials to highlight the transdisciplinary characteristics and impacts of this convergence while providing a uniform and consistent treatment of this expanding field of research. Collaborative Geographic Information Systems identifies unifying concepts in the field, and presents them in a single volume, providing a comprehensive treatment of collaborative GIS that focus on system design, group spatial planning and mapping, Internet and wireless applications, and more.This book also details the theories, processes, and tools for designing and implementing collaborative GIS, and explores collaborative GIS methodologies currently being used or developed.Collaborative Geographic Information Systems is of immense value to academic researchers, planners and policy makers, graduate students, and individuals working in GIS, geography, environmental science, urban planning, computer supported cooperative work, and information technology. ... Read more