WorldAugust 15, 2026

geofencing

JEE-oh-fen-sing

Definition

A digital technology that creates a virtual perimeter for a real-world geographic area, allowing software to trigger a response when a device enters or exits that boundary.

Etymology

The word is a 21st-century compound formed from 'geo-', derived from the Greek 'ge' meaning earth, and 'fencing', referring to the creation of a barrier or boundary.

In the news

In the article, geofencing is proposed as a technical safeguard for drones to automatically prevent them from flying into private homes or restricted government premises.

Drone monitoring under scrutiny in security law review

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Fiji Sun

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