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Global Positioning System (GPS)
A satellite network owned by the military guides billions without a single data transmission
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What is a key advantage of GPS that allows it to function globally without relying on local communication networks?
GPS requires constant internet connectivity to calculate positions accurately.
GPS depends on cell towers to triangulate user locations.
GPS receivers only receive signals from satellites and do not need to transmit data back.
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A military navigation system became the invisible backbone of global daily life
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What was the key decision that allowed GPS to become a global utility beyond military use?
Requiring GPS receivers to transmit data back to satellites
Making GPS freely accessible to civilian users worldwide
Limiting GPS signals to only areas with internet coverage
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Satellite signals from space silently guide billions without internet or phone networks
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What is a key advantage of GPS operating independently of internet or telephone networks?
It requires constant data transmission from the user to function accurately.
GPS signals are only effective in urban areas with strong cellular coverage.
It allows users to determine their location anywhere on Earth without needing external communication.
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Global Positioning System (GPS)
GPS satellites silently guide billions without any need for internet or phone signals
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What is the primary reason GPS can provide location data without relying on internet or phone signals?
It depends on cell towers to relay location information to the receiver.
It requires users to transmit their location data to satellites for processing.
It uses signals from satellites equipped with atomic clocks to triangulate position.
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Global Positioning System (GPS)
GPS satellites orbit Earth twice a day, enabling precise global positioning without internet
7 Feb 2026
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What key feature allows GPS to provide location information without relying on internet or phone networks?
GPS requires constant internet connection to update location data.
GPS receivers calculate position using signals from satellites without transmitting data.
GPS works by sending your location data to satellites which then calculate your position.
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Global Positioning System (GPS)
Global Positioning System provides free worldwide navigation and timing without internet or phone signals
28 Jan 2026
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How does GPS provide location information without requiring the user to transmit any data?
GPS receivers calculate their position by receiving signals from multiple satellites and do not need to send any data back.
GPS receivers send their location data to satellites, which then calculate the position and send it back.
GPS requires a constant internet connection to communicate with satellites and determine location.
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