{"product_id":"gps-for-dummies-paperback","title":"GPS for Dummies - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eJoel McNamara\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeed directions? Are you good at getting lost? Then GPS is just the technology you've dreamed of, and \u003ci\u003eGPS For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e is what you need to help you make the most of it. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you have a GPS unit or plan to buy one, \u003ci\u003eGPS For Dummies, 2\u003csup\u003end\u003c\/sup\u003e Edition\u003c\/i\u003e helps you compare GPS technologies, units, and uses. You'll find out how to create and use digital maps and learn about waypoints, tracks, coordinate systems, and other key point to using GPS technology.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGet more from your GPS device by learning to use Web-hosted mapping services and even how to turn your cell phone or PDA into a GPS receiver. You'll also discover: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eUp-to-date information on the capabilities of popular handheld and automotive Global Positioning Systems\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow to read a map and how to get more from the free maps available online\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe capabilities and limitations of GPS technology, and how satellites and radio systems make GPS work\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow to interface your GPS receiver with your computer and what digital mapping software can offer\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhy a cell phone with GPS capability isn't the same as a GPS unit\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhat can affect your GPS reading and how accurate it will be\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow to use Street Atlas USA, TopoFusion, Google Earth, and other tools\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFun things to do with GPS, such as exploring topographical maps, aerial imagery, and the sport of geocaching\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eMost GPS receivers do much more than their owners realize. With \u003ci\u003eGPS For Dummies, 2\u003csup\u003end\u003c\/sup\u003e Edition\u003c\/i\u003e in hand, you'll venture forth with confidence \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou are here. Read on to see how to use GPS to get where you're going!\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGot a GPS unit? Planning to buy one? Here's how to get all the benefits from that handy device. Most GPS receivers do much more than their owners realize. This book covers the basics (waypoints, tracks, coordinate systems) but also tells you all about using digital maps and Web-hosted mapping services, so you can venture forth with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eGet the latest -- up-to-date information on the capabilities of popular handheld and automotive Global Positioning Systems\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eMake sense of maps -- learn more about how to read a map and how to get more from the free maps available online\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eA little technology -- discover a bit about GPS technology and understand its capabilities and limitations\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat to look for -- when choosing the right GPS receiver for you\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eCompute this -- find out about digital mapping software and how to interface your GPS receiver with your computer\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhere am I? -- understand what can affect your GPS reading and how accurate it will be\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eGet me there -- find your way around with Street Atlas USA(R), TopoFusion, Google Earth, and other tools\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eOn and off-road -- explore topographical maps, aerial imagery, and the sport of geocaching\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eGPS at sea -- navigate the waters using your GPS with fish finders and nautical charts\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eOpen the book and find: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe difference between smart and static maps\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat a Geographic Information System is\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow to work with map coordinate systems\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow satellites and radio systems make GPS work\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat GPS features you need for different activities\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhy a cell phone with GPS capability isn't the same as a GPS unit\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow to compare mapping software\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat you need to start geocaching\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJoel McNamara is a technology consultant and author. He first worked with LANDSAT satellite data during an earlier career as an archaeologist, and has used digital mapping and GPS in search-and-rescue missions, wild land firefighting, disaster response and planning, and outdoor recreation activities.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 416\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.86 x 9.16 x 7.4 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 01, 2008\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42694452183103,"sku":"9780470156230","price":32.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/8226\/1823\/files\/9cae9f9bcfc722be17eaa03c9c930261.webp?v=1765001480","url":"https:\/\/dhlswag.com\/products\/gps-for-dummies-paperback","provider":"BBB","version":"1.0","type":"link"}