How GPS Tracking Works

Tracking a vehicle, person, pet, or piece of property with GPS was once a technically difficult and costly process. GPS tracking takes the typical functions of a GPS device a step further, by either capturing and storing position data within internal memory for retrieval later, or by transmitting location data in real time via the same cellular data network used by mobile phones. GPS tracking is now very accessible to consumers, for a wide range of purposes. And like so much other technology, GPS tracking has its pros and cons, and ethical considerations, as well. Let's take a look at how it works, and which type of device is best suited for different purposes. Image © Garmin