Spatial data, also known as geodata, is any data which has a spatial component associated with it. Maps, aerial photographs, address lists, road networks, population information and census demographics are all considered as spatial data.
Spatial data has existed in various forms over the years, though today spatial data is most commonly found within a GIS (Geographical Information System). A GIS could be considered to as a hybrid between graphical software (like AutoCAD) and database software (like MS Access) in that it permits the management of textual and graphical information in tandem.
Spatial data comes in various forms: |
Vector data [editable graphical data to which information can be attached]
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Raster data [dumb graphical data to which little information can be attached]
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Troyteq provide a broad range of geodata for Ireland, and specialise in databases for the analysis of business and engineering systems.
If you want to learn more about geodata, contact our sales team at sales@troyteq.com