| GPS or Global Positioning Systems are computer | | | | you are planning to use it for.GPS systems are |
| systems that use satellites in orbit around the | | | | mostly used by consumers for two purposes, |
| globe to provide exact longitudinal and latitudinal | | | | positioning and navigation. GPS units are placed on |
| position of the user. GPS units were originally | | | | boats so boaters can have an idea of where they |
| designed by the Department of Defense for | | | | are in comparison to the shoreline. In cars they |
| military purposes and are now used on the | | | | are more often equipped to provide directions to |
| consumer level for day to day navigation. Some | | | | the driver from two different points. Some of the |
| GPS units sell for less than $100.00 and as long as | | | | more expensive models come equipped with |
| you have one and have a clear sight of the sky | | | | voice capabilities so that drivers don't even have |
| you will never be lost again. In fact most GPS | | | | to take their eyes off the road. Many handheld |
| receivers can pinpoint your location on the globe | | | | models are sold to outdoor enthusiasts for |
| within about 50 feet. GPS units vary in price | | | | camping, hunting and hiking. These handheld |
| based on their quality and capabilities, so when | | | | models also range in price based on their |
| shopping for one it is important to know what | | | | capabilities and if the display comes in color or not. |