Features supported by ESRI

Question

Hi All,

I am very new to ESRI tools and need help.

We are reviewing options for a web based map application with the features below.

a) Multiple users with different view of the map for each user based on the users location
 b) To show shape files specific to the user that logs in and selects.
 c) Capabilities for editing shape files (points/lines/polygon).
 d) Java API's to support development of additional features.

Could you please suggest if ArcIMS / ArcGIS server (online) support these features on Unix platform.

Any answer or direction is greatly appreciated.

Thanks...

nicogis · Answer

you also can try arcgis server on amazon for evaluation:
http://www.esri.com/software/arcgis/arcgisserver/evaluation

DerekLaw · Answer

Hi NP, I am very new to ESRI tools and need help.

We are reviewing options for a web based map application with the features below.

a) Multiple users with different view of the map for each user based on the users location
 b) To show shape files specific to the user that logs in and selects.
 c) Capabilities for editing shape files (points/lines/polygon).
 d) Java API's to support development of additional features.

I would start here: What is GIS?
To learn more about the Esri GIS technology stack, I would review this: ArcGIS product page - Features

Hope this helps,

nicogis · Answer

I suggest contact your local Esri representative  that can help you decide what you need.