Geoinformatsioonisüsteem
The term Geoinformatsioonisüsteem, commonly known as GIS, refers to computer‑based systems designed to capture, store, manipulate, analyze, manage, and present spatial or geographic data. A GIS integrates hardware, software, data, and personnel to provide tools for mapping, querying spatial relationships, and visualizing patterns in geographic information.
Core components of a geoinformatsioonisüsteem include a data layer comprising spatial data such as maps, satellite
The concept originated in the 1960s and 1970s with early government mapping programs, evolving into commercial
In Estonia, the Geoinformatics Centre (Geo-Information Systems Center) has been integral to public and private use