While we certainly appreciate the guidance of a GPS, seeing where we’re supposed to go before we get there helps validate our destination when we arrive. Google has provided just such a capability ...

I use Street View all the time in Google Maps to quickly check out new destinations. It gives me an idea of the surroundings and lets me pick up a few visual cues before I actually visit that area.

You can ask Google to blur your home in Street View so strangers can’t zoom in on your doors, windows, cars, or kids’ play areas Do it on a computer: open your address in Street View → click “Report a ...

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and all this week I’m looking at ways to protect yourself, your family, and your money online. Here’s something you might not think about: Google Maps could ...

Ever scrolled by your house on Google Maps and felt a little exposed? If so, you’re not alone. An increasing number of people—especially in France—are ...