| Terms | Definition |
| Package | Name of software or utilities |
| Provider/Packaging | Organization that provides the software and/or packages it for distribution |
| DIS Staff Time | Estimated percent of time that DIS staff spends on each item |
| DIS Field Funded | Names of field personnel funded and dollar amounts funded |
| "TAC" Support | Estimated percent of time that NT TAC and Sun TAC spend on each item |
| Contract | Who provides contract for licenses, if there is a maintenance contract in place |
| Other Dedicated Staff | Other staff that support each item |
| Help Desk | Help Desk group who provides support |
| Web Pages | Internal web pages developed for support |
| Newsgroup | Internal newsgroups developed for support |
| Training | USGS training provider |
| Rationale | Fundamental reason for justification, comments |