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    Roger F. Tomlinson is the originator of computerized mapping. His system, GIS, was the first of its kind, not only in Canada but in the world. He was awarded the Order of Canada for "changing the face of geography as a discipline." What does GIS stand for?

    Question #91054. Asked by ruthlesruthie. (Jan 12 08 6:56 AM)


    BRY2K

    		Geographic Information System

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geographic_information_system



    Jan 12 08, 7:06 AM

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