Maplet’s benefits are: Enhances usability. <arguments> Makes a service more attractive. <arguments> Also works on mobile terminals. <arguments> Additional features: Reduces costs. <arguments> Saves money. <arguments> Can be added easily to existing Web services. <arguments> Can be redefined for different terminals with a little effort. <arguments> Easy to personalize for different user groups. <arguments> Independent on any type of geographic information source. <arguments> Independent on map server. <arguments> To add quicky maps into a Web service. <arguments> Reduces workload on production server. <arguments> Devide workload on different components as necessary. <arguments> Independent on database <arguments> No installation needed from the end user. <arguments> Good Scalability. <arguments> All the maps and databases in the world can be in use, if necessary. <arguments>