World Wind

World Wind is a Windows application for working with satellite images of the Earth. It is possible to view specific locations and search for places by a set of coordinates. Information about various points of interest is available.

Globe

When opening the main window of the program, an interactive three-dimensional map is displayed, which can be zoomed in and out. In the process of zooming out, new types of maps with higher resolution are automatically loaded. The interface is realized quite conveniently. All the main controls are placed on the main panel and have tooltips. Moving through the locations and switching modes is carried out without delays. You can enter coordinates in special fields to quickly move to the desired point. The content on the map is implemented as a set of layers, which allows you to customize the display mode. For example, you can remove information about points of interest. It is also possible to load detailed pictures of the Moon. A set of photos allows you to move around the surface, viewing the relief of the satellite. A separate button activates saving the selected area as a graphic file. This will allow you to form a selection of the most interesting locations.

Guide

A detailed guide is built in, which allows you to find out information about objects, cities, natural locations and so on. To go there, just double-click in the desired place and the corresponding page will open in your browser by default. There is a section with detailed statistics of various natural phenomena, including earthquakes and hurricanes. Additionally, publications on the topic are downloaded. There is a search function and the ability to save a selection.

Features

• The program interface provides access to an interactive map of the planet;
• satellite images viewing mode;
• zoom function;
• free download.