Thread: gps mouse

Newbie questions should be posted in the newbie section. Especially when they've been responded to once already.

Questions 1, 2, and 4 are asked at least once a week and lately have been asked several times a week. Either check all the posts in the Newbie section or do a search on "Best GPS software" or similar terms.

Question 3: No. Not all GPS units work on battery. In fact, it is mostly the Bluetooth units that use batteries. While some units have batteries sealed inside them (presumably to remember the position of the last location to aid getting a quicker lock), most get their power either from the serial port or USB, depending on the type.

Fair enough. I spend a lot of time doing the same. However, this set of questions is different. He's double-posted asking a very straightforward and simple question which can easily be answered in a Google search. I just entered "GPS Primer" and got a page full of very relevant results.

You don't even have to search to get the answer to his question. Page 2 of the thread listings in the GPS forum has a thread entitled: "GPS Software:

i know people have asked what software is the best, but can you post the pros / cons of the popular gps software.

Neon_Eddy gave a nice summary of some of the popular software.

On page 4, Cheekz asks

I was just wondering what you guys think is a good GPS Software to use.

and gets a few answers.

Now, to your point, yes, there should be a sticky on this to help newbies (and veteran members) figure out GPS. I know when I was trying to figure out XM radio for my PC, a post called "Everything you need to know to put XM in your car" set me straight. Until then, I had done a lot of searching and was confused.

Maybe I'll get motivated and make one.

Okay, maybe I was too hasty when I saw you were asking about the serial numbers. Apologies for the remark. I'll edit the post.

I've written a "" thread in the GPS section. It should help you out some.GPS for Newbies