What is RSS?

RSS stands for Real Simple Syndication. It is based on an XML document that is read by an aggregator such as Bloglines.

RSS feeds send new information as soon as it is available to you in one place, your news aggregator. You no longer need to visit each of your bookmarked web sites for the latest articles and news.

Using RSS technology you can create your own virtual newspaper. For instance, if you prefer a section dedicated to a particular interest, say, raising teenagers, you can search for blogs and news articles related to raising teenagers. In a news aggregator, like Bloglines, the latest news and blog posts related to raising teenagers would appear as soon as they are made available. Similarly, you would use the RSS feeds for podcasts of interest.

The following link is an overview of RSS by the Research Channel. They use RSS for television broadcast and premieres. Just think no more waiting for the latest episode of your favorite TV program, it comes to you when it is done!

http://www.researchchannel.org/rss/