How does precise GeoLocation in HTML5 work?
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This is quite a long winded question, you can just skip to the last sentence if you don't care about the background info. I just tested out HTML5 geolocation using Firefox 3.5+, and it managed to find my house, literally my exact address. I've been reading about how it works but can't find any deta…
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whether they also store a huge database of wireless AP points, Well, that's one way of how it works, according to their blog: Google Maps asks your web browser for your location. Typically, your browser uses information about the Wi-Fi access points…
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