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What is Geocaching? - From groundspeak
What is Geocaching?
Geocaching is a worldwide game of hiding and seeking treasure. A geocacher
can place a geocache in the world, pinpoint its location using GPS technology
and then share the geocache’s existence and location online. Anyone with a GPS
unit can then try to locate the geocache.
How do you pronounce Geocaching?
You pronounce it Geo-cashing, like cashing a check.
What is the meaning of the word Geocaching?
The word Geocaching refers to GEO for geography, and to CACHING, the process
of hiding a cache. A cache in computer terms is information usually stored in
memory to make it faster to retrieve, but the term is also used in
hiking/camping as a hiding place for concealing and preserving provisions.
What is a GPS device?
A GPS unit is an electronic device that can determine your approximate
location (within around 6 - 20 feet) on the planet. Coordinates are normally
given in Latitude and Longitude. You can use the device to navigate from your
current location to another location. Some devices have their own maps, built-in
electronic compasses, and voice navigation, depending on the complexity of the
device.
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