What Is Geolocation?

By Patricia Harris

Book Overview

From Pok?mon GO to Google Search results, geolocation lets your computer or phone know exactly where you are. Young readers are already becoming familiar with geolocation through exciting new apps and games that make the most of GPS location services, but are these services also invading our privacy? This book explores the pros and cons of geolocation and looks towards the future of location-driven applications. Topics also include indoor location technologies and beacons. Supportive visuals help students make the most of their reading experience.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1508155291
• ISBN13: 9781508155294
• Release Date: July 2017
• Publisher: PowerKids Press
• Length: 24 Pages
• Weight: 0.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.7" x 8.2"
• Age Range: 8 to 13 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 8