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Adding PostGIS layers – OpenJUMP GIS

In this section, we will connect to PostGIS with OpenJUMP GIS (OpenJUMP) in order to add spatial tables as layers. Next, we will edit the temporary layer and update it in a new table in the database.

The JUMP in OpenJUMP stands for Java Unified Mapping Platform. To learn more about the program, or if you need to install the latest version, go to:

http://www.openjump.org/

Click on the Download latest version link (http://sourceforge.net/projects/jump-pilot/files/OpenJUMP/1.12/) on the page to view the list of installers. Select the version that suits your operating system (.exe for Windows and .jar for Linux and mac OS). Detailed directions for installing OpenJUMP along with other documentation and information ...

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