PostGIS vs Vector Linux
A side-by-side look at PostGIS and Vector Linux. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.
PostGIS
Development
PostGIS is an open source spatial database extender for PostgreSQL. It adds support for geographic objects, allowing location queries to be run in SQL. PostGIS enables PostgreSQL to store, query, and manipulate spatial data efficiently.
spatialgisgeographicpostgresql-extension
Vector Linux
Os & Utilities
Vector Linux is a lightweight Linux distribution based on Slackware that focuses on speed, efficiency, and ease of use. It uses the Xfce desktop environment and includes popular open source applications.
lightweightslackwarebasedxfceopen-source
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