Microsoft Encarta Virtual Globe 98 is the most comprehensive source of global geographic and cultural information and the best tool for effortless exploration of our world. Highly accurate and detailed maps, state-of-the-art mapping technology and expansive editorial and multimedia coverage all work seamlessly to immerse youth, parents and anyone interested in the world and its people, in knowledge. New features include Statistics, World Flights, an improved place finder and a Name that Place game to challenge the geographer in each of us.