10. Beyond Google Earth
Learn all about the fun features of Google Earth—from the depths of the Earth’s oceans to the far reaches of the galaxy.
As you’ve discovered, Google Earth is a very useful mapping tool. It provides unique 3D imagery of just about any location on the planet.
But Google Earth’s images aren’t limited to this planet. There are maps in Google Earth that let you tour the moon and the planet Mars, or trek through all the stars in the night sky. Or, if you prefer to stay Earth-bound, Google Earth maps the ocean depths and provides a flight simulator that lets you fly through the skies at the controls of a virtual airplane.
It’s a lot of fun stuff, but useful stuff, as well. Astronomy buffs love Google Sky, Google Mars, and Google ...
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