Viewing data in a service

An ArcIMS Spatial Server can serve a Feature Service or an Image Service. You can use ArcExplorer to view a service.

 

A Feature Service uses the Spatial Server's feature streaming capabilities. The server bundles data and streams it to the requesting client. Requests are sent to a Spatial Server only when additional data is needed.

 

Image Services use the Spatial Server image rendering capabilities. When a request is received, a map is generated on the server, and the response is sent back as an image. A new map image is generated each time a client requests new information.

 

Typing a service name on the WWW Connection dialog box is optional. If you do not specify a service name, you will be connected to all the services.

 

How to view data in a service:

1.  Click the Add Layers button to open the Catalog.

2.  Double-click the WWW icon.

3.  Double-click Add Web Site to open the WWW Connection dialog.

4.  Type the hostname.

5.  Click OK to connect.

6.  The Web siteÆs services appear in your catalog.

7.  Click a service.

8.  Click a layer in the Feature Service or the Image Service to add.

9.  Click the Add Layers button.

10. Repeat steps 6 and 7 to add more layers.

11. Click the Close button to close the Catalog.

Tip

You must disconnect and reconnect from the Spatial Server to see an updated list of services. Right-click on the machine name, click Remove, then connect again.