Geophysics

The study of the physical properties of the Earth, its atmosphere, and its space environment, and the application of these properties to the solution of problems in other fields.

Geoprocessing

The use of computer-based methods and techniques to process, analyze, and interpret geographic data.

Georectify

The process of transforming raster data to a common map projection, typically for the purpose of comparison or integration with other data.

Georeference

The process of assigning real-world coordinates to data, typically for the purpose of comparison or integration with other data.

Geospatial

Of or relating to the study of the Earth’s surface.

Geospatial Commission

A government body responsible for the collection, management, and dissemination of geospatial data.

Geotargeting

Geotargeting is a location-based marketing technique that involves targeting potential customers based on their current location. This can be done using GPS technology or by targeting specific zip codes or geographic areas.

Global positioning system (GPS)

A satellite-based navigation system that provides location and time information in all weather conditions, anywhere on or near the Earth’s surface.

Government Geography Profession

The field of government activity concerned with the description, analysis, and mapping of the Earth’s surface.

GPS

A system that uses satellite signals to determine the geographical location of a device.