how does google maps javascript bypass the "Same Origin Policy"

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Published on 2010-04-30T20:02:09Z Indexed on 2010/04/30 20:07 UTC
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Hi there

Just out of curiosity I was wondering how is it possible for the javascript code to embed google maps communicate with server from outside domain. I know I'm missing out something here. can anyone help?

thanks

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