Production of maps, GPS location, database storage, and statistical analysis are some of the most common uses of computers. The World Wide Web is also becoming more useful to archaeologists as a way of communicating ideas and information. Phase I Phase I, or survey level investigations, is conducted prior to construction on many major projects. The Phase I is used to quickly identify archaeological resources over a broad area. Phase II Phase II, or testing, is recommended for known archaeological sites and for sites located during Phase I surveys.
Data taken from previous reports and investigations is used to delineate site boundaries.
The Phase II is conducted to determine the significance of sites or its eligibility for the National Register of Historic Places. Phase III Phase III, or Data Recovery projects, represent mitigation or total removal of materials of cultural significance. Data from Phase I surveys, Phase II testings and evidence gleaned while the Phase III are underway are all used to determine the scope of excavations required for mitigation. Phase III is the final step of modern contract archaeology. Mitigation represents total removal of the site, so, every possible meaasure is used to avoid this.