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Seamless connection to enterprise databases like Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, and PostGIS.
4 GB minimum (8 GB or more highly recommended for complex GIS datasets).
The 2017 version features a robust library of global coordinate systems, essential for ensuring that your local site plans align perfectly with real-world satellite imagery. Key Features of the 2017 Release
Map 3D 2017 introduced robust improvements for spatial data management and infrastructure design. 1. GIS Data Integration & Editing
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