Global Positioning System

GPS stands for global positioning system which is a satellite technology designed to improve navigation and mapping. GPS is used in missle guidance systems, airplane navigation, automobile navigation, shipping and even personal navigation around town. Since the first GPS satellites were launched in the late 1970s, GPS has become indispensable for navigation Cell phones and even cameras are starting to be sold that incorporate GPS technology. GPS can be used to measure the distance to a hole on a golf course or the estimated time of arrival based on the exact distance to a location. GPS works in any weather conditions, anywhere in the world, 24 hours a day. There are no subscription fees or setup charges to use GPS.