problem in chosing GIS software
problem in chosing GIS software
(OP)
im developing a road tunnel database using geographic information system (GIS), for my bachelor's degree project. i have problem in chosing what kind of GIS software i should use. the software available here is McInfo and ArcView (3.3 and 8). as i will be using layers of maps, i planned to use ArcView. Still, i am quite confuse in chosing what kind of ArcView to use. to be honest, i dont really know this software very well, and my college did not provide training for GIS, only one chapter of introduction for GIS in general. badly in need for advice.





RE: problem in chosing GIS software
Goodluck.
F.M.D(fortuneall)
RE: problem in chosing GIS software
So, as far as your question...it seems to me it is between ArcView 3.3 vs. 8. If you haven't used either one...I suppose it almost doesn't matter as far as learning. I am familiar with 3.x so 8 has appeared awkward to me.
I would look at what formats your source mapping data will be in and make sure it is supported in the version you choose.
Do you anticipate the GIS from this project being put to use? If so, the later version may be a good idea to be more in step with the times as far as compatability.