Franson GpsGate 2.6 (now widely known as GpsGate Splitter) is a utility designed to share a single GPS receiver among multiple software applications simultaneously by creating virtual COM ports. While version 2.6 is a legacy release, it remains functional on modern systems like Windows 10 with specific configuration steps. Core Functionality
Despite its age, version 2.6 is fully compatible with Windows 10. Advanced Features - GpsGate Support franson gpsgate 26 windows 10 top
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A marine chart plotter developer uses GPSGate 26’s simulation mode to test 12 different scenarios (rough seas, harbor entry, high speed) without leaving their office in Chicago. They call it the top debugging tool they own. Advanced Features - GpsGate Support Here is why
Before installing, disconnect your GPS receiver. If you have old versions of GPSGate (v19 or v20), uninstall them via Settings > Apps > Apps & Features. Reboot Windows 10.