Hardware - SS1 Geography Lesson Note

Digitizer: A device used to convert analog geographic data (like maps) into digital format by tracing or pointing.

Global Positioning System (GPS): A satellite-based navigation system that provides precise location data to help in mapping and data collection.

Computer: The central processing unit where GIS software runs, and data is processed.

Printer: Used for creating hard copies of maps and reports.

Scanner: It digitizes paper maps and documents for inclusion in a GIS.