ESDAT Online System Overview

ESDAT is able to operate on databases accessible over the internet, and if maps are included, provide an online GIS.  The ESDAT online system operates as follows:

1. Access to the data is through ESDAT, which is installed on personal computers requiring access to the data. Users can use unlicensed versions of ESDAT to access the database.

2. Limited users have permission to import data to, or edit data in, the database. Other users have read-only access.

3. All personnel involved in the project can use full ESDAT functionality for analyzing and reporting data stored in this database.

4. Access is controlled through the distribution of a database connection file, and validated by allocation of user names and passwords.

5. The data for the project is stored in a SQL Server database hosted on a web enabled server.

6. The database can include maps, and other files which support the data.

Online Examples:

Examples of ESDAT running over the internet are provided with the ESDAT installation. In the startup screen change the dropdown which reads “Access Databases” to one of the web demos (Contam Site, or Enviro and NRM). If you have trouble connecting it is likely that your organization’s firewall is preventing access. Request your IT staff to enable ESDAT access to apollo.bluefishhosting.com.au.