Geographical Information System (GIS)

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Definition of Geographical Information System (GIS):

Geographical Information System (GIS) is a tool for analysis and presentation of spatial data. It is a collection of computer hardware, software and geographic data for capturing, managing, analysing and displaying all forms of geographically referenced information.

This is the common definition for Geographical Information System (GIS), other definitions can be discussed in the article

See also

Geographical Information System
Spatial Planning and Integrated Coastal Zone Management

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