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Google Earth is a web and computer program that renders a 3D globe based on satellite imagery, aerial photography, and GIS data. Users can explore the Earth, add their own data, view photos, Street View, and more, but also face privacy and security issues.
Terravision is a networked virtual representation of the Earth based on satellite images, aerial shots, altitude data and architectural data, developed by ART+COM in 1993. It was the first system to provide a seamless web navigation and visualization of the earth, but lost a patent infringement lawsuit against Google Earth in 2017.
A German TV miniseries about the lawsuit of a German company that claimed Google Earth was based on its planet browser. The series mixes real and fictional characters and events, and has been criticized for inaccuracies and omissions.
Learn about the history, features, and implementation of Google Street View, a technology that provides interactive panoramas from many streets in the world. Google Street View is available as a component of Google Maps and Google Earth, as a web application, and as a mobile application for Android and iOS.
Learn about the history and features of Google Street View, a technology that provides ground-level interactive panoramas of cities. See the timeline of introductions and the countries with public street view available.
Learn how to download, install, or uninstall AOL Desktop Gold, a software included with your AOL membership. Find out the system requirements, the link to the official email confirmation, and the phone number for live support.
A virtual globe is a 3D software model or representation of Earth or another world that allows free movement and viewing. Learn about the history, features and applications of virtual globes, and see a list of popular software and online services.
Learn about the history, types, and functions of GIS software, a computer program to support the use of geographic information systems. Compare various commercial and open-source products and their features.