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  Over 600 million people have used Google Earth to explore the world around them.
  

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  They've traveled to the highest mountains and to the depths of the ocean.
  

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  They've seen the world's tallest buildings and the busiest cities.
  

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  And they've even been transported to ancient times in faraway lands.
  

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  Now, we're bringing all of these stunning 3D imagery and terrain to the web browser...
  

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  ...with Earth view in Google Maps.
  

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  Simply go to Google Maps and click the Earth button.
  

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  If you don't already have the Google Earth plug-in installed,...
  

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  ...you'll be prompted to download it.
  

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  Let's start by exploring Florence, Italy.
  

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  You can get a closer look by using the slider to zoom in...
  

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  ...and you can pan around either by clicking the arrows here,...
  

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  ...or by dragging the map.
  

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  You can also look around by clicking these arrows.
  

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  Now that we've worked up our appetites, let's find a place to get some gelato nearby.
  

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  You can click the markers to learn more about places.
  

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  Next, let's take a trip to Niagara Falls.
  

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  You can change your view by clicking on the Map button.
  

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  To go back to the 3D view, just click the Earth button.
  

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  Let's take a closer look by double clicking to zoom in.
  

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  You can also tilt your view by holding down the Shift key and the left mouse button...
  

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  ...while moving your mouse around.
  

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  Once you have the angle you like,...
  

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  ...you can even share that exact view with your friends by clicking here to send them the link.
  

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  To zoom back out, just use the zoom slider.
  

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  Next, let's see how we can learn even more about Niagara Falls by searching for nearby tours.
  

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  To get driving directions, simply click the Directions link and enter your starting address.
  

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  To see another view of your route, simply click the Map button.
  

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  Now that you've seen how Earth view works,...
  

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  ...don't forget to click the Earth button on Google Maps to explore the world in 3D.