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Map Quest vs. Google Maps
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Google Maps and Map Quest both want your business! They are prepared to do almost anything to gain your business.
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Which one began first? Hands up for Google Maps! Hands up for Map Quest!
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How are they similar? – Google view
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And Mapquest view of the high school
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You can ask for directions from one place to another- by car, bus, bike, or walking.
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Mapquest view- high school to Sheetz
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Google’s travel from high school to Sheetz
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You can also see a satellite view.
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You can see the traffic conditions in Punxsy
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Or in New York City
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Zoomed in for NYC- are traffic alerts important?
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You can also get info on a particular city.
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You also use the “gold man” to check out street views.
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The google map car is slowly covering all USA.
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Where is this?
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Clicking on icons lead to more information.
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You can find a route.
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And then change it
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You can book hotels and flights.
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And, you can estimate your fuel cost.
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You can check to see the best gas prices.
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You can look at the topography of the area, find bike trails, and view photos.
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Where is this?
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But, which program does what? The purpose of this assignment is to explore the various features of both Mapquest and Google Maps. Which has the features you prefer? Which one is set up the way you prefer? The best way to find these out is by looking at both programs, and then drawing your own conclusions. Remember to look at both programs often, when planning a trip. They are highly competitive with each other, and change constantly. Why? Because they want YOUR business!
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