What Does GPS Stand For?

GPS stands for Global Positioning Satellite

GPS, or Global Positioning Satellite, is a satellite-based navigation system that enables users to determine their precise location anywhere on Earth. It utilizes a network of satellites orbiting the planet, which transmit signals to GPS receivers. By calculating the time it takes for these signals to reach the receiver, GPS technology can provide accurate information on positioning, velocity, and time, facilitating various applications in navigation, mapping, and various industries such as transportation, agriculture, and telecommunications.

Added on 14th April 2008 | Last edited on 16th June 2025 | Edit Acronym

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