Search engine giant Google has today introduced StreetView into its online mapping system. While users have long been able to view maps and satellite imagery for specific locations, StreetView now allows users to go on a virtual tour of many streets by providing images taken from car-mounted cameras.
Have a look at this example. Click on the little man and pan around the image.
Google have addressed privacy issues by automatically blurring faces and preventing people from reading the text on car number plates. Google have, however, specifically stated that “Honk if you’re horny” bumper stickers will remain legible.
