Desktop GIS products include ArcInfo, ArcEditor, ArcView, ArcReader, and ArcGIS extensions. Although licensed separately, these products share the same core applications, user interface, and development environment. Each product provides additional GIS functionality, which is enabled as you move from ArcView to ArcEditor to ArcInfo. ArcGIS Engine is a developer product for creating custom GIS desktop applications.

Visit ArcInfo, ArcEditor, ArcView, and ArcGIS Engine to find out how to purchase these products.

ArcReader is a free viewer that is included with all of the ArcGIS Desktop products and allows anyone to view high-quality maps created using ArcGIS Publisher.

ArcGIS Explorer is a free geospatial information viewer, powered by ArcGIS Server.

If you are outside the United States,

• Contact the nearest ESRI distributor.

If you are in the United States,

• Call ESRI at 800-447-9778.
• Request a call from an ESRI sales representative.
• Contact the ESRI office in your area.
• Contact a reseller—Search by industry focus and specialty to find a business partner in your area.

A variety of hardware bundles, special offers, and grants are available to help you save money when you configure your GIS.

• Hardware bundles (for U.S. customers)
• Grant programs