GEOLOCATION
is the process of finding, determining and providing the exact location of a
computer, networking device or equipment. It enables device location based on
geographical coordinates and measurements.
Geolocation
commonly uses Global Positioning System (GPS) and other related technologies to
assess and specify geographical locations.
Techopedia's Explanation
Geolocation
provides the location of a device but is generally used in a variety of
applications to help locate human users.
Geolocation works through a pre-built
GPS in a device that propagates the device's longitudinal and latitudinal
coordinates.
The coordinates are identified on a map to provide a complete
address that usually includes a country, city, town/colony, building name and
street address.
Besides
GPS, geolocation also may be identified through an Internet Protocol (IP)
address, Media
Access Control (MAC) address, radio frequency (RF) systems,
Exchangeable Image File Format (EXIF) data and other wireless positioning
systems.
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by: Cory Janssen
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