Google mapping enters the 3rd dimension

Google has launched its new mapping service that uses local search and satellite images to give users a three-dimensional view of buildings and terrain.

Google Earth, announced Tuesday, uses technology from the company’s Keyhole division, a satellite mapping service it bought in October. The software for the service can be downloaded free from the search giant’s Web site.

For those who never used Keyhole, you don’t know what you are missing. I have easily spent hours some nights just goofing around with it. I have yet to try this version, but it looks great, I’m definitely going to install it. Check it out over at Google. Source: News.com