Glossary D
Deutsch: Daten
Data are values of qualitative or quantitative variables, belonging to a set of items. Data in computing (or data processing) are represented in a structure, often tabular (represented by rows and columns), a tree (a set of nodes with parent-children relationship) or a graph structure (a set of interconnected nodes). Data are typically the results of measurements and can be visualised using graphs or images.
Deutsch: Entwurf / Español: Diseño / Português: Rascunho / Français: Conception / Italiano: Bozza /
Drafting, in the context of cartographic reproduction, refers to the process of creating a final map or chart from original survey or field notes, sketches, or other source materials. It involves the careful transfer of information from these sources onto a clean, final map or chart using a variety of manual or digital drafting techniques.
Drilling -is described as the use of such a machine - drill to create holes for exploration or for loading explosives.