GPS: What is it?
gps
Mobile phone apps that use gps
About
about
The Global Positioning System (GPS) is a space-based satellite navigation system that provides location and time information in all weather, anywhere on or near the Earth, where there is an unobstructed line of sight to four or more GPS satellites. It is maintained by the United states government and is freely accessible to anyone with a GPS receiver .
The GPS program provides critical capabilities to military, civil and commercial users around the world. In addition, GPS is the backbone for modernizing the global air traffic system.
gps satellite
Artist's conception of GPS Block II-F satellite in Earth orbit.
U.S. Air Force Senior Airman
U.S. Air Force Senior Airman runs through a checklist during Global Positioning System satellite operations.
A automotive navigation system
A automotive navigation system in a taxicab.