NeoGeography and Web 2.0: concepts, tools and applications

Authors:
Andrew Hudson-Smith;Andrew Crooks;Maurizio Gibin;Richard Milton;Michael Batty
Affiliations:
Centre for Advanced Spatial Analysis, University College London, London, UK;Centre for Advanced Spatial Analysis, University College London, London, UK;Centre for Advanced Spatial Analysis, University College London, London, UK;Centre for Advanced Spatial Analysis, University College London, London, UK;Centre for Advanced Spatial Analysis, University College London, London, UK
Venue:
Journal of Location Based Services - NeoGeography
Year:
2009

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Abstract

In this article, we explore the concepts and applications of Web 2.0 through the new media of NeoGeography and its impact on how we collect, interact and search for spatial information. We argue that location and space are becoming increasingly important in the information technology revolution. To this end, we present a series of software tools which we have designed to facilitate the non-expert user to develop online visualisations which are essentially map-based. These are based on Google Map Creator, which can produce any number of thematic maps which can be overlaid on Google Maps. We then introduce MapTube, a technology to generate an archive of shared maps, before introducing Google Earth Creator, Image Cutter and PhotoOverlay Creator. All these tools allow users to display and share information over the web. Finally, we present how Second Life has the potential to combine all aspects of Web 2.0, visualisation and NeoGeography in a single multi-user three-dimensional collaborative environment.