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GoogleMaps
MeatballWiki | RecentChanges | Random Page | Indices | CategoriesGoogle stunned the Internet with their quite dramatic map service in early 2005. What distinguishes this map service from others, such as MapQuest?, are a number of simple yet critical aspects:
- Searchable. Google has long since understood addresses on websites; search for things in the normal Google fashion and Google Maps will tell you where it is. e.g. Map:"kart racing, Toronto, ON"
- Scripted. The user interface is dynamic; you can scroll around and zoom without having to reload the page.
- Legibility. Map text is very clear and easy to read.
- Satellite images. Google has merged their survey maps with satellite images acquired from KeyHole?.
CategoryGoogle?
You can link to Google Maps with the Map:"" command:
- Map:"24 Sussex Dr, Ottawa, ON" links to the Prime Minister of Canada's residence.
- Map:"JFK Airport" links to JFK Airport in New York.
- Map:"Go Kart Racing, Toronto, ON" will show you a number of go kart racing sites in Toronto.
It's interesting to compare the street & satellite maps;