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Global fix

By: Series: New Scientist ; 174(2341) 4 May 2002, 32-36(5)Publication details: 2002Subject(s): Summary: Discusses the performance of the Global Positioning System (GPS) which is operated and controlled by the US Department of Defense. Examines the weaknesses of GPS and how the European Union is planning to launch a system of its own, called Galileo. Compares how the two systems aim to compete.

Discusses the performance of the Global Positioning System (GPS) which is operated and controlled by the US Department of Defense. Examines the weaknesses of GPS and how the European Union is planning to launch a system of its own, called Galileo. Compares how the two systems aim to compete.