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Location-based Services

Definition

These are services that use information on the geographical position of a mobile device. They provide features like navigation, tracking, and local advertising.

Related terms

Geotagging: This is the process of adding geographical identification metadata to various media such as photos or videos. It's like attaching a digital "I was here" sticker to your posts.

Global Positioning System (GPS): A system used for determining the precise location of something on Earth through a series of satellites. It's like having an invisible map that can pinpoint exactly where you are anywhere in the world.

Geocoding: The process of converting addresses into geographic coordinates. It's similar to translating street names into a language that computers understand - latitude and longitude.

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  • AP Human Geography - 1.3 The Power and Uses of Geographic Data

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