Discussion Post and question on Mapping cartography

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Post a comparison of web mapping and hard copy mapping. Then, describe potential cartographic design issues in web mapping.


Here's an interesting article about the transformation from paper to web mapping. Do you think that one of the advantages of the latter is the preservation of mapped information?

https://www.nypl.org/blog/2015/01/05/web-maps-primer

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Running head: WEB MAPPING

Web Mapping
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WEB MAPPING

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In the past, mapping has been done through a manual process involving use of a paper
and a pen to enter geodata into a system. This is an effective method since it helps one to
understand the art of data creation and mapping. Individual’s mapping cartography is highly
improved as well as allowing high level masterly of geographical information. However, it is not
an effective method to employ when accurate and more precise data is n...

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