JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – by Lucy Ryan
Geography is the study of place, and seeks to understand the ways in which humans influence their environment, and in turn explore the influence the environment has on humans. Quite simply, it is the study of the world around us. Surprising to many, its manifestation is seen in the following common every day instances:
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Geography is the study of place, and seeks to understand the ways in which humans influence their environment, and in turn explore the influence the environment has on humans. Quite simply, it is the study of the world around us. Surprising to many, its manifestation is seen in the following common every day instances:
1. GPS
Global Positioning System (GPS). A part of our daily lives, it speaks for itself. Spoiler alert: informs most items on this list.
Garmin GPS system. Photo by caribb on Flickr.
2. Maps
We all use them. Before the advent of the above #1, we had these paper things that had routes, roads, highways (dare I say topographic features?) all accurately drawn. Nowadays we can use an electronic one that utilizes GPS such as the iPhone map. Or, for those with nostalgia, the paper one works just fine. Road atlases, remember?
Atlas and Map. Images courtesy of Rand McNally and scottmacbride on Flickr. All Rights Reserved.
3. Online food delivery services
Ever track a Domino's delivery to see its progress? How about using the Seamless application to allow for speedy delivery of your food at the touch of a finger? At the speed of broadband, this entire concept is based on one thing: where you live.
The mobile interface for Seamless.