MSN Virtual Earth Proves Instantly Popular
That's according to Nielsen (as reported by MediaPost):
MSN Maps and Directions drew 1.2 million unique U.S. at-home visitors the week ending July 31–the first full week its satellite mapping service was live. That figure represents a 175 percent increase from the 438,000 unique visitors for the week ending July 24.
In somewhat related news, community/directory site Judy's Book has integrated Google Maps and is rolling out nationally today. Here's the press release.