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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Networks-Satellite Communication-What does GPS stand for?
A
Good Point Server
B
Point of Service Globe
C
Great Personality Selector
D
Global Positioning System
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The Global Positioning System (GPS) is a space-based radio-navigation system consisting of a constellation of satellites broadcasting navigation signals and a network of ground stations and satellite control stations used for monitoring and control.

Detailed explanation-2: -GPS or global positioning system is a radio-navigation setup based on satellite systems that provide positioning, navigation and timing information to users through sending impulses to an earthbound receiver.

Detailed explanation-3: -GPS is a system of 30+ navigation satellites circling Earth. We know where they are because they constantly send out signals. A GPS receiver in your phone listens for these signals. Once the receiver calculates its distance from four or more GPS satellites, it can figure out where you are.

Detailed explanation-4: -Global Positioning Systems or GPS are used to find the exact location of things. Geographic Information Systems or GIS are used to record information on to maps.

Detailed explanation-5: -GPS satellites fly in medium Earth orbit (MEO) at an altitude of approximately 20, 200 km (12, 550 miles). Each satellite circles the Earth twice a day. Expandable 24-Slot satellite constellation, as defined in the SPS Performance Standard.

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