Database

Use Database to define how to output composited variables to a composite database.

Output composite database

Check this option to generate output data to an Isis mapbase. Mapbases contain the same information as mapfiles, but in an Isis database format. The advantages of mapbases include:

  • A single mapbase replaces several individual mapfiles,

  • Mapbases are edited in Vulcan whereas mapfiles are accessible in any text editor. Therefore, mapbases provide better security.

  • It is possible to store data at an external source and access the data via an ODBC link.

  • Access to Isis field calculation and validation tools is available.

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