Mapping in the Cloud

by Michael P. Peterson

Book Overview

This engaging text provides a solid introduction to mapmaking in the era of cloud computing. It takes students through both the concepts and technology of modern cartography, geographic information systems (GIS), and Web-based mapping. Conceptual chapters delve into the meaning of maps and how they are developed, covering such topics as map layers, GIS tools, mobile mapping, and map animation. Methods chapters take a learn-by-doing approach to help...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1462510418
• ISBN13: 9781462510412
• Release Date: March 2014
• Publisher: Guilford Publications
• Length: 421 Pages
• Weight: 1.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 7.0" x 9.9"