Metadata or "data about data" describe the content, quality, condition, and other characteristics of data. The Federal Geographic Data Committee approved the Content Standard for Digital Geospatial Metadata (FGDC-STD-001-1998) in June 1998. Visit the FGDC Clearinghouse to learn more about how metadata is used in Internet-based clearinghouses to search for specific data sets.
- Metadata Community
- Geospatial Metadata Standards
- Education and Training
- Metadata Online Resources
- Metadata Tools
- METADATA TRADEMARK
For more information please contact Sharon Shin, Metadata Coordinator.
FGDC, USGS, 590 National Center, Reston, VA 20192
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