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With the software explosion that has gone on recently, there are more data mapping software applications on the market than ever before. How can you make a smart decision in a reasonable amount of time?

The answer is simple -- read this article, and consider the review on the different types of data mapping software that exists out there. I will give you six different options to consider.

Polymap -- this is a desktop mapping software program, where you have the capability to employ your own data for customization of the maps. The maps are supplied with the program. Inside the program there is a built-in spreadsheet which you can use to enter your data manually, or you can transfer it from other applications and Windows. Finally, you have the ability to import your data through external spreadsheets and database files.

Map Suite Desktop Edition -- perhaps one of the most powerful and most flexible data mapping software on the market. This allows both C# and VB.NET software developers to create different mapping applications. This is the quintessential .Net control.

AGIS for Windows -- this is a simple mapping shareware package, where you can use and plot your own data in a geographic map of the world. But don't worry -- it is very simple and intuitive to use the software. Also, the price tag is not as expensive as most types of mapping software that have these capabilities.

Process Developer, Enterprise Edition -- not only do you have the capability for active mapping, but flowchart mapping as well as document control are available with this program. It meets all ISO 9000:2000 requirements for mapping. In fact, anyone who has Excel 97 or later should be able to easily use this program with little to no training.

Map Suite Pocket PC -- another good .NET mapping tool, this one is great for the person who does not need all of the bells and whistles that come with the desktop version. This light version is for simple mapping presentations, and to be used on portable devices.

For the Mac, data mapping software can be found with the CANVAS 9 GIS. This allows an unlimited number of automatically aligned overlapping layers, and other fantastic geographic information system data capabilities.

In conclusion, I have given your review of some of the top data mapping software's that are currently on the market.

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