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To the Vector Goes the Spoils: Visualizing Data with SVG

Scalable Vector Graphics (SVG) is an XML-based two-dimensional vector graphics standard, created by the W3C. Unlike raster (bitmap) image standards such as BMP, JPEG, or GIF that work by defining the individual pixels of the image, vector graphics defines an image by drawing its constituent parts, such as lines, text, ellipses, and rectangles. Figure 6-2 shows a vector graphics image made from some drawing primitives.

Figure 6-2. Vector graphics image

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