Posted by Salvador Avalos on 8/26/08 9:19pm
Msg #261924

Anybody using Microsoft Street and Trips

If I punch in different address will it give me the fastest route to get to all of them. Since the Notary Market is slow, I am expanding to field inspections. I have been getting work, but was looking for a software that can give me the fastest route to numerous addresses.

Thanks

Reply by Teresa/FL on 8/26/08 9:26pm
Msg #261926

Yes, you can input a list of addresses and have the program route for you.

Reply by Salvador Avalos on 8/26/08 11:05pm
Msg #261943

thanks

Reply by PAW on 8/27/08 7:16am
Msg #261955

I use Google maps

It's free and allows for multiple destinations as well. It also provides for satellite image views so you can kind of get a feel for the lay of the land as well. (Photos are often a year or so old, so be aware of constant changes going on.) Some areas allow for "Street View" where you can actually see a picture of the property. Helps in identifying when you have arrived.

One thing nice about the image view is seeing if the road is paved or not. Really helpful in the rural areas, especially during afternoon rains.

Reply by Dave_CA on 8/27/08 10:38am
Msg #261974

Re: I use Google maps

I use both but tend to use S&T more often as I don't need the view feature and I can use S&T even without an Internet connection.

Reply by Nomad/OR on 8/27/08 10:44am
Msg #261977

GoogleEarth. Free, map overlay on aerial pics, mileage

and travel time plotted out. Some of the metro areas offer street view (so the ladies without a concealed carry permit can see if they even want to venture into that part of town) and all the maps are printable.

Reply by LynnNC on 8/27/08 7:18pm
Msg #262097

Don't you need to carry a laptop in your car to use Microsoft Street and Trips?