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Converts vector maps into IMG format so they can be read by Garmin GPS devices. Version 0093c is designed for Linux.

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Offline editor (written in Java) for editing the geo data from the OpenStreetMap project.

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This tool adds live cloud textures to the Google Earth display. These textures are based on real-time data provided by the GMS, Meteosat and GOES weather satellites.

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Open source-based geo-information system (GIS) for creating, editing and storing spatial data. Processes different formats of raster and vector data and includes a GPS device interface.

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Transmits GPS data, such as waypoints, maps and routes, from the computer to supported GPS devices and vice versa. Supported brands include Garmin, Magellan, Eagle and Lowrance.

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Online route planner for Europe that supports routes for vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists. Simply mark the areas on the map that you don’t want to include in the route. Based on geographical data from OpenStreetMap.

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Universal convertor for GPS data. Reads, writes and changes GPS waypoints in many different formats.

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Calculates and creates GPS waypoints. Displays their heights above sea level and also their longitude and latitude. Includes an address search and output function and is based on maps taken from Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.

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OCR software for converting raster data into vector data to get the best possible results from raster images, maps, aerial photos, satellite images and Digital Elevation Models (DEMs). The integrated raster editing and vectoring tools are designed to make it easier for you to edit images and to manage and optimise scanned drawings and plans.

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Displays satellite photos of the Earth’s surface in high quality. Requires a fast internet connection. Also available as a Pro version (not free) for use by companies. Also available also as an app for mobile devices.

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Hybrid geo-information system with a modular structure. This planner provides screen- and vector-oriented functions and a range of visualisation options. Fast and secure download from The H

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Converts coordinates into a range of formats and calculates distances. Helpful for geocaching.

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Track community for outdoor activities. Users can create routes on the web site or upload and describe GPS tracks presented as Google Maps mashup. Tracks can be marked for various activities (including walking, mountain biking or skiing) and downloaded in formats, such as KML or GPX. Available as standalone app for iPhone and Android.

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Lightweight alternative to Google Earth, also runs on older computers. Displays the earth as globe, flat map or Mercator projection and offers several views such as street maps and satellite images. Clicking on place names or landmarks produces the corresponding Wikipedia article.

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Modular touchscreen navigation software featuring GPS tracking, real-time navigation and varying vector format support. Displays current position on the map in either bird's-eye or 3D view. Also available for Android and Windows Mobile. Fast and secure download from The H

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Creates offline cards for mobile devices using freely available sources such as OpenStreetMap. Fast and secure download from The H

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Web-based GPS tracking system for your vehicle fleet. Supports Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and MS-Virtual Earth.

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Toolset for saving your own graphics, waypoints, routes or descriptions as a mashup with the map material in Microsoft Virtual Earth, and so create new applications. Examples given by Microsoft for using this toolset include the drawing of bus plans or bicycle paths, integrating your own aerial photos, or creating campus plans for universities or historical maps. MapCruncher is still in the development phase.

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Diagnostic tool for GPS devices connected to a Windows PC. Allows the user to log raw GPS data and save it in a file, as well as providing various GPS data statistics.

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