Google Earth
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| Original author(s) | Keyhole, Inc. |
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| Developer(s) | |
| Initial release | June 10, 2001 |
| Written in | C++ |
| Operating system | |
| Available in | Various languages |
| Type | Virtual globe |
| License | Freeware |
| Website | earth |
Google Earth is a virtual globe program that was first called Earth Viewer. Keyhole, Inc. created it in 2001. It has been owned by Google since 2004.[2] The program maps the surface of Earth by combining pictures taken by satellites and airplanes. There are also 3D maps where users can look at areas from different angles. It is quite similar to Google Maps.
Google Earth is interactive and lets the user move the globe, and look at satellite imagery with overlays of roads, buildings, geographic features, and more.[3]
Teachers can use it to improve students' visual literacy. Students can use it to develop a background for three-dimensional and cultural differences.[3]
References
[change | change source]- ↑ "Install & uninstall Google Earth Pro". Google Earth Help. Archived from the original on January 11, 2023. Retrieved January 11, 2023.
- ↑ "Google Acquires Keyhole". Wall Street Journal. October 27, 2004. Archived from the original on December 4, 2017. Retrieved December 3, 2017.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 "7 Things You Should Know About Google Earth". Archived from the original on March 4, 2013. Retrieved June 20, 2012.
Related pages
[change | change source]Other websites
[change | change source]- Official Google Earth website
- 7 Things You Should Know About Google Earth Archived 2013-03-04 at the Wayback Machine
