| Overview |
| Summary | Mapping services |
| Category | Mapping |
| Tags | mapping |
| Date Reviewed | 2008-04-20 |
| Description | Microsoft Virtual Earth is an integrated set of Web-based services combining an AJAX Map Control and for commercial applications that require heavy lifting, a SOAP-based Web Service that enable developers to provide unique views of data and develop dynamic online experiences through maps and rich geospatial imagery. The Virtual Earth platform empowers developers to build rich end-user experience, while maintaining control and flexibility. |
| API Home Page | http://dev.live.com/virtualearth/ |
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| Protocol |
| Protocols | JavaScript |
| WSDL | |
| Data Formats | KML, GeoRSS |
| Service Endpoint | See-> http://dev.live.com/virtualearth/sdk ... |
| Functionality |
| API Groups | VEMap Class |
| Example API Methods | LoadMap() |
| Client Install Required | No |
| Security |
| Authentication Model | Developer ID required |
| SSL Support | Yes |
| Read-only Without Login | No |
| Support |
| Vendor API Kits | JavaScript library |
| Community API Kits | |
| API Blog | Blog |
| API Forum | Virtual Earth Forum |
| Developer Support | MSDN reference |
| Signup and Licensing |
| Signup Requirements | |
| Developer Key Required | Yes, for Web Service |
| Account with Service Required | |
| Commercial Licensing | Contact Us |
| Provider | Microsoft Corporation |
| Non-Commercial Licensing | Yes |
| Data Licensing | |
| Usage Fees | No |
| Usage Limits | 50,000 requests per day for non-commercial applications |
| Terms of Service | API Terms of Service |