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GPS jamming involves deliberately broadcasting radio signals that interfere with the weaker GPS satellite signals, making it impossible for your device to pinpoint its location. Think of it like shouting loudly to drown out a quiet conversation. This interference can cause navigation systems to fail, highlighting why physical maps, as our story mentions, remain a reliable backup when digital signals are compromised.
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