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GPS Navigation System – How It Works

The Global Positioning System (GPS) was originally developed by the US Military who launched satellites (the first satellite was launched in 1978) into orbit. The system consists of a network of between 24 and 32 satellites orbiting the earth at about 7000 mph, in a precise manner, two times every day.

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GPS Use Can Be Fun

A GPS system is great for finding specific locations. It’s almost a must for boaters and not even a bad idea for hikers and campers. The valuable tool can really come in handy when an emergency arises and means of regular navigation are out of the question.

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How is GPS going to change your life?

You may not realize it but it is getting harder and harder to live without GPS devices. Did you know that so many cell phones have GPS systems in them and so do cars and of course there are the GPS devices that you take camping and such. Every day a new form of GPS hits the market, in a few years we may have these systems implanted at birth!

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