From:    "David W. Inouye" 
Subject: Geography network

6.  Geography Network
http://www.geographynetwork.com/

The Geography Network bills itself as "a global network . . . [that]
provides the infrastructure needed to facilitate the sharing of
geographic information between data providers, service providers, and
users around the world." With a roster of some two dozen
participating members that includes both private firms and government
agencies, the site allows access to a wide variety of geographic
materials, including basic maps as well as more sophisticated map
data intended for use with GIS software. A tool called the Geography
Network Explorer allows users to browse the maps and data by
publisher or content, or to search the collection by location, type
of content, and/or data theme. Some of the maps are designed for
dynamic viewing online, with zoom-in capabilities and other features,
while other static map images are available for download. The site
also offers a discussion forum and a map exchange service, as well as
instructions for providers who wish to include their own geographic
information in the network. Both serious users of GIS information and
more casual map buffs are likely to find this site interesting and
useful. [SW]

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