New Features of ArcGIS Server9.3

The JavaScript APIs contained in ArcGIS 9.3 allows end users to combine the geographic information system-based network services from ArcGIS Server with other network contents. This new feature makes it easier to deploy data and services of ArcGIS Server in customer applications and transfer spatial analysis in enterprises. ArcGIS 9.3 is the first GIS software that provides the mushup function. The following are the new improvements and new functions of ArcGIS Server9.3. 1. New REST and JavaScript APIS These APIs greatly simplify users' development time and enable users to quickly and conveniently provide mashup capabilities for Web applications of geographic information systems. The JavaScript library allows users to embed Maps, geocoding, and geoprocessing services of ArcGIS servers into Google Maps and Microsoft Virtual Earth. 2. Web ADF Enhancement WAF supports Microsoft Vista, Visual Studio 2008, Microsoft.net Framework3.0 & 3.5, and Asp.net AJAX. 3. Improved support for KML and OGC services The support for KML is also greatly enhanced. The map service released by ArcGIS Server can be accessed directly through the URL network address on clients that support KML (such as ArcGIS Explorer and Google Earth, then, the space processing results, queries, and geocode can also be returned in KML format. Users will improve the ability to integrate general GIS and IT standards. Added support for ogc wcs (Web Coverage Service) to publish raster data services on the Internet. The newly added WMS-oriented SLD support will provide more flexible solutions. 4. More support for PostgreSQL It provides users with the ability to store and manage spatial data in this open-source database. 5. It is easier to create a high-performance map cache service ArcGIS Server 9.3 makes it easier to create a map cache service and gives you more control over how to create and update a cache. You can create a cache in a specific area of a map or where there is a need in the service. With the On-demand improved cache and cached geoprocessing tool, you can create a faster drawing service. 6. Better System Diagnosis Detailed log records allow you to easily identify system bottlenecks and fault points and improve your installation and configuration capabilities. 7. Enhanced Security New security options, including role-based security settings, will make it easier for users to ensure the security of Web services and Web applications during management. 8. The new image service allows users to publish images more quickly. 9. More documents-supplemented a lot of existing online help and SDK documents A new ArcGIS Server Resource Center collects a set of online resources to help users successfully use ArcGIS products. The content includes documents, help, technical blogs, basic maps, application samples, and best practices. 10. More improvements in Server manager 11. More features on the web mapping program, including better navigation and printing 12. The new random cache option generated as a cache on the server can be obtained by the user.