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3 Overview of netCDF
NetCDF: its purpose, features, niche, intended users, and some alternatives to consider for storing and accessing scientific data.

3.0  What is netCDF?
NetCDF is more than just a file format.
3.1  What is netCDF, really?
In the real world, things are more complicated.
3.2  NetCDF Features
Several characteristics make netCDF useful for storing and accessing scientific data.
3.3  NetCDF's Niche
Where does netCDF fit among database systems, XML dialects, international standards, and competing software?
3.4  Alternatives to netCDF
Are there alternatives for storing, accessing, and sharing earth science data?
3.5  The NetCDF Web Site
The netCDF home page contains links to news, downloads, documentation, and support:
3.6  Installing netCDF
NetCDF is easy to build and install from source.
3.7  Getting Support
If you have netCDF questions, here's how to find answers.

 


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