ArcSDE (SDE for Spatial Database Engine) is a server-software sub-system (produced and marketed by Esri) that aims to enable the usage of Relational Database Management Systems for spatial data. The spatial data may then be used as part of a geodatabase.

ArcSDE is ESRI's technology for accessing and managing geospatial data within relational databases.

2017年4月6日 · ArcSDE is a component of ArcGIS for Server. However, it is a distinct server technology for providing geodata services from relational database management systems that pre-dates ArcGIS for Server. For more details see What is ArcSDE?

ESRI® ArcSDE® is the geographic information system (GIS) gateway to relational databases. It allows you to choose the relational database management system (DBMS) you want to use in your organization to fully integrate GIS and DBMS. This book provides an overview of what ArcSDE is and how it works. What is ArcSDE? Why ArcSDE? WHAT IS ARCSDE?

What is ArcSDE? ArcSDE is software that enables ArcGIS applications to store, manage and retrieve data in a RDBMS. The “Arc” comes from the ubiquitous naming convention used by Esri for their products.

ArcSDE is Esri's technology for accessing and managing geospatial data within relational databases.

ArcSDE Technology Overview Defining the Geodatabase • Native data structure for ArcGIS • Container of spatial & attribute data-Collection of geographic datasets • Provides the ability to:-Leverage data relationships-Enforce data integrity-Multi-user editing Dimensions

ArcSDE is an application server that facilitates storing and managing spatial data (raster, vector, and survey) in a DBMS and makes the data available to many kinds of applications. ArcSDE allows you to manage spatial data in one of four commercial databases (IBM® DB2®, Informix®, Microsoft® SQL ServerTM, and Oracle®).

ArcSDE: Advanced Spatial Data Server The brochure highlights ArcSDE as a central component to managing a multi-user GIS. Key benefits and application solutions are listed, as well as information regarding enterprise integration and scalability.

ArcSDE is an extension created to integrate Spatial Database Engine (SDE) client/server technology within ArcInfo software. Users access ArcSDE through Defined Layers, a standard ArcInfo utility available at Version 7.2.