GIS: Geographic Information Systems is a computer-based tool that analyzes, stores,

manipulates and visualizes geographic information, usually in a map. GIS can be used as tool in
both problem solving and decision making processes, as well as for visualization of data in a
spatial environment. GIS handles SPATIAL information – Information referenced by its location
in space
Or
A GIS is a particular form of Information System applied to geographical data.

GIS Process

Working
GIS = Geographic Information System
– Links databases and maps
– Manages information about places
– Helps answer questions such as:
• Where is it? • What else is nearby?
, a GIS consists of computer hardware, software, and geospatial data

Components of Gis :
1) Hardware: it includes CPU ,VDU, keyboard , mouse , plotter , printer CD/DVD drive
etc in order to store , process and present spatial data

2) Software :
It includes software like ArcGIS, MapInfo. Geomedia , Geoconcept , WIN GIS ,
Microstation ,AutoCAD

3) Data: Geographical data in form of hard copy map .,digital map, aerial photos, satellite
images other document used for gis operation

4) Procedure and analysis:

To complete task procedure are performed using hardware and software