The mapClient component of the sdi.suite is a configurable web application which enables the efficient use of a spatial data infrastructure's distributed services. The services are integrated dynamically via standardised interfaces. mapClient is based on the mapClient Framework Technology developed by con terra and functions as a thin client, offering a wide selection of functions for displaying, navigating, searching, selecting and managing OGC WMS and ArcIMS services. By interacting with the Open Source Software of the 52°North Initiative, services that are protected by a web security service are incorporated in the mapClient.
By connecting to an OGC Catalogue Service, the required services can be found by means of a text search and displayed in the mapClient. It is also possible to directly access a service via a favourites list, or by entering a URL. Current views can be saved as OGC WMC documents and displayed again later.
The configuration and authorisation management feature of the software allows the administrator to define the scope of functionality, the layout and the extent of access for different uses and user groups. mapClient's functionality can easily be extended by means of an adapter, with which modules for specific applications can be added.
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