Document Type : Research Paper

Author

• Ramin Kiamehr

Member of Faculty, University of Zanjan

Abstract

In recent decade, great progress has been made in diversification and completion of surveying software, and utilization of these software programs has become common as a major tool. The aim of this paper is to review the gamut of available software programs in the field of surveying that can be run on personal computers, determine major parameters such as necessary computer hardware and operating system, and compare the cost of the minimum and maximum of structure required for implementation of such software. In short, this paper can act as a suitable guide for surveying organizations in selection of new software programs.