Google Search....Gmail....iGoogle....Google Earth....Google Toolbar....Google Talk....Google Docs....YouTube....Lively....the list goes on and on and on and, well, you get the picture. And now, Google offers Google Walking Maps. These are essentially walking directions on the already existent Google Maps. You will get step-by-step directions for the section of your trip you wish to take on foot. The map will also point out public transit in the area. There are a few kinks that have yet to be ironed out, so this initial release is considered a "beta". For instance, the maps do not show whether or not a sidewalk is available. "Pedestrian Pathways" are also not as easily and readily documented and, therefore, are not all indicated on the maps.
Ask.com previously offered walking direction services but has recently suspended this service. No other competitors (e.g., Yahoo and Microsoft) provide walking maps. Once again, Google strikes early while the iron is hot.
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