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The satellite view is an option that one can use to find destinations. Although it won't be the exact same as walking along a street and window shopping, it is a great way to find out what the surrounding area is like when you know that you need to make a turn in an unfamiliar area.

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What do satellite images show?

A satellite map shows if its gonna rain or something like that


Best website for satellite images?

NASA provides vast archives of satellite imagery much of which are available online such as the NASA Image Gallery.Google Maps is a great tool to see satellite imagery of earth. Remember to change "Map" view to "Satellite" to display the satellite imagery.If you need better (higher resolution) imagery, you could try other mapping programs or, if you have the resources, you could consider purchasing imagery for your own use.Here are a few companies with websites to start with, but there are others, try doing an internet search for satellite and aerial imagery:DigitalGlobeSpot ImageMapMartTerrametricsTerraServer


How are satellite images different from other maps?

Maps may be drawn to scale or not to show more or less detail as needed. Satellite images on the other hand are actual photographs of what the ground and landscape are at a particular time. Both have many uses and tools like Google Maps allow you to switch from a map/street view to a satellite view with a click of the mouse.


Are Google Maps done with a satellite?

Google Maps provides satellite and map views in addition to Street Views. The satellite view of Google Maps uses the same backend satellite imagery database used by Google Earth.The satellite imagery are typically from the GeoEye or DigitalGlobe owned satellites, and some of the imagery are actually aerial photos from aircraft using special high resolution cameras.


Where is past years satellite images available online?

For past years earth-based satellite imagery in Google Earth you can select 'Historical Imagery' under View menu. This shows a timeline slider from which to select available satellite and aerial imagery from the past. NASA also provides vast archives of satellite imagery much of which are available online such as the NASA Image Gallery

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How do you search satellite view of earth?

Down load Google Earth


Where you can view live satellite of the ocean?

From inside a satellite


Where can you find a birds eye view picture of New York State?

You can go to Google Images and search true color satellite image of New York or Infrared satellite image of New York.


Can you view any satellite pictures without having to download anything?

YEAH, JUST GOOGLE SEARCH FOR SATELLITE . i USEINE WITHOUT D.L. IT.BUT YOU CAN DOWNLOAD GOOGLE EARTH FRR, IT IS A COOL PROGRAM.. HAPPY DATELITING!


Where can a person go to view a variety of satellite images?

There are many places where one could go in order to view a variety of satellite images. One of the very best places to view satellite images would be on Google Earth.


Where can you find satellite pictures of your house?

Google Maps and Google Earth are a good place to start.Enter your address into Search panel then press Enter and let it fly-to that address. To see street-view imagery activate Street View mode.


Where online would one be able to view live satellite images?

Online one would be able to view satellite images at Google Sight-Seeing or NASA. Both of these companies offer a reputable quality service in which one can view live satellite images worldwide.


How can you find live satellite images in Google Earth?

To find google earth images, you need to go to google first and click on the satellite tab that will show you the views from a satellite rather than the street view or the walking view.


Can you view real time satellite images of your house?

no


What websites will offer a satellite view of the Earth?

There are many websites and companies that offer satellite views of Earth. The main website and company that offers this ability is NASA. Satellite View of House also offers views of Earth from space.


What is a satellite receiver?

A satellite TV receiver is needed in order to view satellite programming. Additionally, a satellite dish is needed in order for the receiver to decode digital signals which then allows you to watch TV.


How could one get a satellite view of Earth online?

Google Earth is the most popular and user friendly website to get a satellite view of Earth online. The National Geographic website also offers additional views of the Earth, including satellite views.