I recently read of a hunter overdue home from a squirrel hunting trip. He had slipped and fallen and was suspended upside down by his leg, which was caught in rough terrain. Fortunately, he had a Global Positioning System (GPS) and satellite messaging device that allowed him to contact emergency dispatch. Search and Rescue were able to pinpoint his location and rescue him from his life-threatening situation. In a world where technology continually reshapes our lives, GPS stands out for its profound impact on navigation and exploration.......
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