Satellite systems refer to a network of artificial satellites orbiting the Earth that are used for various purposes, including communication, navigation, and gathering spatial data.
Related terms
GPS: A satellite-based navigation system that allows users to determine their precise location anywhere on Earth.
Remote Sensing: The process of collecting data about an object or area from a distance using sensors or instruments on satellites.
GIS: A computer system that captures, stores, analyzes, and displays geographically referenced data.