GPS, or Global Positioning System, is a technology that allows users to determine their exact geographic location anywhere on the Earth. The system consists of a network of satellites that transmit signals to GPS receivers. These signals contain information about the satellite's position and the precise time the signal was sent. When a GPS receiver receives signals from multiple satellites, it uses the information to calculate its own position through a process called triangulation. By comparing the time it takes for the signals to reach the receiver from each satellite, the receiver can determine its distance from each satellite. By combining this information, the receiver can pinpoint its exact location on Earth. GPS has become an essential tool in a wide range of applications, including navigation, surveying, and tracking. The system is accurate to within a few meters in most cases, although higher-quality receivers can achieve even greater precision. As technology continues to evolve, GPS is likely to become even more integrated into our daily lives, with applications ranging from autonomous vehicles to location-based services on our smartphones.