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Ways in which to use Google maps...I didn't know you can text them for directions: If you can still eke out an SMS message, you can text GOOGLE with a message formatted as "Directions A to B," substituting a town, ZIP code, or street address for A and B.

"Embeds a Google Map into your site and lets you add map markers with custom icons and information windows."

"lets you create a virtual tour of just about anyplace on a map. You type in addresses or locations and easily create multiple "stops" that show the Google Street View snapshots of the area. You can also upload your own images. But that's not all. What really makes GeoTrio stand out is the ability to easily make an audio recording for each stop on the map."

""Google Earth lets you fly anywhere on Earth to view satellite imagery, maps, terrain, 3D buildings, from galaxies in outer space to the canyons of the ocean. You can explore rich geographical content, save your toured places, and share with others.""

drag the slider between 1840 and the present year to view historical pics pinned to a google like map.

A useful pictorial history resources.

"​Data visualizations for a changing world ​The Google Public Data Explorer makes large datasets easy to explore, visualize and communicate. As the charts and maps animate over time, the changes in the world become easier to understand. You don't have to be a data expert to navigate between different views, make your own comparisons, and share your findings. "

"Check out these new features available in Google Earth 5.0: * Tours of lunar landing sites, narrated by Apollo astronauts * 3D models of rovers and landers * 360-degree photo panoramas * Rare TV footage of the Apollo missions"

"You can create your own maps and virtual visits or try those of others. The showcase is organised into the following areas:"

vitual tour of mars

Google Earth Plug-in Driving Simulator-Very Cool

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