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Geography (55 programs)

Google Earth Pro
4.2
Free
Free geospatial desktop application
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
windows
PROS: Easy controls, Lots of how-to guides for new users, Good for users with advanced feature needs, Import GIS and GPS data, Supports common software like ArcGis, Features high-quality imagery, Street-level exploration
CONS: High bandwidth required, Can't use the full app offline, Not constantly updated, Some areas are not available for street view, Can be slow to load images
Google Earth
4.1
Free
A free global exploration tool
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
windows
PROS: Cross-platform, Detailed street views, Customizable projects, Interactive information, 3D buildings and landscapes
CONS: Can be blurry
QuikGrid
3.9
Free
Free Software for Data Users
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
windows
PROS: Free to download and use, Works smoothly and efficiently
CONS: Only compatible with Windows, Need to use Google Chrome
Uber
4.3
Free
Request a car wherever you are
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
windows
PROS: Pick up a ride quickly, Different categories of vehicle available
CONS: On average more expensive than a normal taxi, Unfair advantage according to other drivers
Quantum GIS
3.8
Free
Free Software for Data Editors
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
windows
PROS: Huge amount of free content, Useful automation tools
CONS: User network tools not very user friendly, Can take time to learn certain features
Seterra
4.1
Free
Learn basic geography with these fun games
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
windows
Atlas
3.9
Free
Study up on Earth's continents for free
License
Free Download
Language
Platform
windows
PROS: Clean UI, Valuable information
CONS: Information is limited, Not available on Mac or Linux
Maps
3.4
Free
A Free Science & education program for Windows
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
windows
Bing! Maps 3D
3.5
Free
Microsoft's Google Earth
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
windows
Earth Explorer
3.7
Trial version
Learn how beautiful our mother planet looks from outer space
License
Trial version Download
Language
English
Platform
windows
EasyGPS
3.3
Free
Organize your GPS content
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
windows
GPS Satellite
4.1
Free
Free Application to Access the GPS Data of a Mobile Device
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
windows
PROS: Information can be sent via SMS or email, Users have the option to share all data on social media platforms
CONS: There have been times when third-party advertisements were attached to viruses, Many feel that the platform is not entirely intuitive
AccuWeather.com Stratus
3.4
Free
Simple desktop weather widget
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
windows
PROS: Easy to read, Drop down five day forecast, Unobtrusive
CONS: No multiple locations
Marble
3.5
Free
An interesting alternative to Google Earth
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
windows
PROS: Different themes and filters, Shows current cloud conditions, Tailored for educators
CONS: Some parts of the globe are covered much better than others
MarineTraffic ship positions
5
Paid
A Full Version program for Windows‚ by WOW GROUP
License
Paid Download
Language
English
Platform
windows
Earth3D
3.6
Free
Visualize Earth in a real-time 3D perspective
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
windows
PROS: No installation required, Nice collection of images, Support to take snapshots and record videos
CONS: Very, very slow, Maps are not detailed
MapPoint 2011
2.6
Paid
Analyze geography to maximize business
License
Paid Download
Language
English
Platform
windows
Earthquake 3D
3.6
Free
Investigate the world of earthquakes in 3D
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
windows
TileMill
2.7
Free
A Free (GPL) Science & education program for Windows
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
windows
PROS: PDF
GPS Tracker by FollowMee
3.1
Free
A Free program for Windows‚ by FollowMee
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
windows

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