Everything GPS Blog

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again. This is a GREAT use of GPS technology:

New Jersey Begins GPS Tracking Of Sex Offenders (CBS 2 New York)
New Jersey has started using Global Positioning System technology to track high-risk sex offenders.

Harris Corp. to deliver anti-jamming GPS modules (Geek.com)
Harris Corp. was recently tapped by Boeing Integrated Defense Systems to develop anti-jamming GPS extensions for its JDAM smart bomb tail kits.

Just another article fueling the increasing opinion that tracking sex offenders with GPS bracelets needs to be done.

My only issue with it is that it should be done, but it could give a false sense of security.

Certainly the authorities shouldn’t discontinue what they’re currently doing and completely rely on GPS tracking to monitor sex offenders.

Even more services are springing up that allow concerned (or nosey) parents to keep tabs on their kids, in an article via CNN.

When used in moderation, I believe these could be very beneficial to keep kids safe; especially when it comes to monitoring their driving speed.

But trying to keep a constant on your kid shouldn’t replace natural trust that should exist between parent and child. If kids can’t trust their own parents from violating their privacy, then how are they supposed to trust others when they become adults themselves.

The moral of the story: use technology in moderation. Don’t let GPS tracking devices replace REAL relationships based on honesty and trust.

A few school districts have begun using GPS to track school buses.

Just another way to keep safe tabs on children; as the buses exact speed and location is constantly monitored. In addition, ID cards the students carry are scanned apon entering or exiting the bus, which will provide another measure of student security.

In addition, the systems have built in cameras, alarms, and emergency notifcation.

Hopefully we’ll see school districts increase this trend across the country, for our children.