GPS Software Computer Software Web Tips Guide
GPS Software With Points Of Interest
By Rainbow Spear
Before you purchase your GPS navigation system, you may want
to be aware that some GPS software is more compatible than others.
While Magellan and Navignon have perfectly fine products, there
isn’t as much widespread support.
For instance, there are a number of free navigator maps and tour
guide downloads for Garmin and TomTom that just aren’t offered
for other manufacturers. Additionally, Mapquest and Google Maps
both allow you the ability to map out directions on your PC and
send them to your GPS device, yet only if you have a Garmin (for
Mapquest or Google) or a TomTom (Google Maps only).
Turning On Your GPS Navigation Device For The First Time
One thing you can do with the software on your GPS is speed up
the satellite lock. You’ll want to do this when you first get
your device or when you’ve moved to a new location. When you first
turn on your GPS navigation device, your unit will need to read
the positioning of the other satellites in the sky in relation
to your current position.
The most efficient way to receive this information is to leave
GPS navigation systems on under an open sky for 20 minutes, without
moving them around. Additionally, when you’ve traveled over 100
miles and you turn your car on, you may want to hit the "new
location" button on the satellite screen menu to speed up
the satellite acquisition.
Points of Interest Feature
Let’s face it, many customers purchase their 910 Tomtom or their
Garmin GPSMAP 276c just for the "Points of Interest"
feature. How many times have you been driving somewhere and suddenly
your stomach is rumbling out of control. Do you settle for that
greasy spoon you just passed or try to hold out for a Wendy’s
drive-thru?
With the navigator maps, you can view all of the restaurants
near your current location or even type in the name of the restaurant
you prefer for the nearest location! The lower quality GPS software
comes with 750,000 points of interest, while the higher quality
devices come with something like 6 million.
To be sure you have the most up-to-date list of places in your
area, you can visit www.poiusa.com
or www.poifriend.com
and download information to your GPS for free.
Your Own Customized Points Of Interest
Creating your own customized points of interest is another way
to get the most from your GPS software. If you need help getting
started, then you can check out www.gpsinformation.net
or use the POI Editor for TomTom or Garmin GPS navigation systems.
Additionally, Garmin offers "Tour Guide file" downloads
too! The well-researched, professionally-produced audio files
will play automatically as you walk or drive past the tour locations!
Most of these downloads are free, although a few, such as the
RoadTour UK edition, is yours for a small fee. To find these,
check out www.garmin.com/products/tourguidesource.
About the Author:
Rainbow Spear has written a number of articles on computers and
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Boot Sector Virus Removal,
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Identity Theft Statistics,
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Banking, Internet
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Development, Drivers.
Keep a lookout for more of his articles on this website.
Give Me Just The GPS Facts.....
There is nothing more frustrating than having to look at a map
constantly to find a destination that you have never been too.
It is time consuming and more importantly, it is often erroneous.
If you are tired of dealing with paper maps that steer you in
the wrong direction, it is time you made the switch to a GPS device.
These car mounted or hand held devices can get you where you
need to go without you having to stop and go over the map. They
are extremely portable and reliable. Throw those paper maps away
and get with the technology movement.
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