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Google maps recently began to offer satellite views of any address free of charge. After acquiring Keyhole Corporation, Google has integrated the keyhole system into their pre-existing map system. This allows Google users to visualized the surrounding areas of any particular address, making it easier to find directions. Unfortunately, privacy concerns similar to the services offered by Gmail, have arose concerning the safety of offering satellite views with their maps. Google claims there is no privacy issue problem at all. All maps were generated 6 to 12 months in the past and no one is able to zoom close enough to see people, license plates, or anything of great importance. This new service will be a major threat to MapQuest, the dominate site for looking up directions. So the next time you need to find directions to an address, direct your browser to http://maps.google.com, enter any address (street, city, and zip code) into the search box and click the Satellite link on the top right of the screen to get a satellite view within seconds.