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GIS, GPS, and Technology in Geography
Guide picks
Information and resources about computerized mapping, computerized navigation, satellites, and other aspects of technology in geography.

GIS Lounge Best of the Net
GIS expert Guide Caitlin Dempsey covers the breadth and scope of GIS (Geographic Information Systems, computerized mapping) on this comprehensive site, which includes a forum for your GIS queries. Visit this site first!

GIS - Geographic Information Systems
Basic resources and articles from your Guide about GIS, computerized systems to store, record, analyze, and produce maps and geographic products based on spatial data.

GPS - Global Positioning System
Information and resources about GPS, Global Positioning System, the system of 24 satellites that orbit the earth to provide precise location and navigation information.

Geographic Technology Articles
A collection of articles from your Guide about GIS, GPS, satellites, and more.

Geography of the Internet
The Internet exists without geography, or does it? Learn all about the geography of the Internet and how geography does play a role.

Landsat
The Landsat system of satellites provides imagery of the planet earth. Learn more about this series of workhorses of remote sensing.

Palm PDA Geography Software
Geography and mapping software for your PDA (personal digital assistant) - for Palms or Handspring Visors.

Photos and Images of the Earth
Satellite and aerial photos and images of the earth and even your home.

Satellites and Remote Sensing
Satellites circle the earth, providing remotely sensed data for geographers and other scientists to study. Learn all about satellites and remote sensing from these fantastic links.

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