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GPS Applications for Public

In the early emergence of GPS in the civil society, (originally used for military purposes), the application of GPS technology is only a locator if someone get lost the position such as in forest, dessert, etc. The users of this technology were still limited because the GPS device at that time was large, heavy, and still very expensive.

Over time, with the technology support, the implementation of GPS application has developed significantly for civilian purposes such as GPS Tracking System for vehicles, transport companies, fire department, etc. GPS tracking system will be able to guide the drivers in their journey to provide maximum efficiency of time and fuel. Moreover, at this time many companies specialize in providing location mapping services that can be used by GPS receiver devices. Digital map of all major cities worldwide is also available and it can be accessed easily through various handheld devices. So, the word “lost” is not an excuse anymore if a driver who wants to misuse the company’s car.

GPS tracking devices can also be used to track stolen cars, to track someone you love who missing, such as your wife and children, or even family members who have problems to memorize the way home. In short, GPS applications are developed in accordance with community needs such as for science (Mini GPS can be used to monitor the existence of the species of rare animals and plants, to monitor the storm or tsunami, etc), law enforcement, business and other interests. Especially at this time, GPS tracking device can be obtained with a very affordable price.