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It depends on if you have a PC or MAC. For a PC you need Windows XP, Windows Vista, or Windows 7, which most people have now. If you have a MAC you need Mac OS X 10.6.0 or later. You also have to pay a fee.
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Can Google Earth work on Windows 7?
Yes, Google Earth supports Windows 7 in addition to Macintosh and Linux systems. For full system requirements (minimum and recommended configurations) see related links.
What is the hardware and software that Google Earth free edition needs?
Google Earth runs most computers with Windows, MacOS or Linux operating systems. There is also a mobile version for Adroid and iPhone devices. Google Earth 7 may not run on some older computers but Google Earth 6.2.2 may still work on those platforms. For full list of system requirements see related link below.
Is software necessary to use Google Earth?
You do not need to download software to use Google Earth. You can use the web client version from the Google Maps website. If you did choose to download it, it is free.
Is Google Earth is an example of a geographic information system?
By definition, a geographic information system (GIS) is a computer application used to store, view, and analyze geographical information. Google Earth is such a system.
What minimum computer hardware requirements must be met when using Google Earth version 4?
The current minimum and recommended system requirements for latest Google Earth version can here.A summary of the minimum requirements is the following.The latest requirements have basically not changed since the Google Earth 4.3 release except adding Windows 7/8 to the list and few other minor changes.PC System Configuration -----------------------Minimum:- Operating System: Windows XP or later- CPU: Pentium 3, 500Mhz- System Memory (RAM): 512MB- Hard Disk: 500MB free spaceMac System Configuration------------------------Minimum:- Operating System: Mac OS X 10.4.0- CPU: 1 GHz- System Memory (RAM): 512MB- Hard Disk: 500MB free spaceLinux System Configuration--------------------------Minimum:- Kernel: 2.4 or later- glibc: 2.3.2 w/ NPTL or later- XFree86-4.0 or x.org R6.7 or later- CPU: Pentium 3, 500Mhz- System Memory (RAM): 512MB- Hard Disk: 500MB free space
Can you view the solar system in Google earth?
Yes, you have to switch the icon.
Which Google product is used in GIS?
The following Google products (and services) can be used for Geographic Information System (GIS)-related activities:Google MapsGoogle Earth (including Google Earth API)Google Fusion Tables
What does Google Earth 6.0 require?
Most modern Windows, Mac, or Linux computers can run Google Earth. One requirement is having an adequate graphics card. See systems requirements in related link below.
Where can one find a free version of Google Earth?
There isn't a free version of Google Earth exactly, but with the download you get the first 7 days for free. You could also try an off brand type of system that is very similar to Google Earth.
Does Google Earth mess up your computer?
Google Earth and Google Earth Pro are Google software products. It normally does not "mess" up your computer but like any software application problems do happen (e.g. system crashes, corrupt cache files, etc.).If you're using Google Earth Pro and have problems then you should contact Google Earth support (which is part of the subscription) or check out the Google Earth Support web site for solutions.If you use the free version then you can post questions or problems to the Google Earth forum - see related link below.
Where does Google Earth imagery come from?
Google gets its imagery from a variety of sources such as commercial satellite providers such as DigitalGlobe and GeoEye as well as from government and local agencies. Once the imagery is acquired by Google, it next has to be processed into the format and coordinate system of Google Earth's databases. Then it goes through a quality control process and processing system before getting distributed to the Google Earth database servers. This is one reason you usually do not find any imagery newer than about 6 months in Google Earth.
Why won't Google Earth show up on your computer?
Assuming you installed Google Earth there are some situations where the desktop short-cut disappears. In that case you have to re-create the desktop short-cut either manually or using a small utility app that Google created to fix this problem.If you're unable to install Google Earth and verified your machine meets the minimum requirements then there are some workarounds to successfully install Google Earth including removing the disk cache used by Google Earth, uninstalling the previous version, and running Microsoft Windows Cleanup Utility.
