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RSS FAQs
What is RSS?
RSS is a way for web pages to send out content whenever they are updated using XML protocols.
What does RSS stand for?
Really Simple Syndication (or alternatively Rich Site Summary).
How do I use RSS?
In order to use RSS you must first select an RSS Reader (aka RSS Aggregator). There are many to choose from and several of them are free (see below). Each reader may have a slightly different way to add a new feed (or channel) but for many you will need to copy and paste the URL of the page with the feed into your RSS Reader. Once you have entered the feed your reader will display new material when it is added to that website.
Why bother using RSS?
RSS is a way to keep track of updates on many different web sites without having to check each one. Unlike email your RSS Reader should not receive spam. People commonly use RSS to get news updates, keep track of online journals and blogs.
How do I select an RSS reader?
There are many RSS readers available online. Some but not all are free. RSS readers that are currently being used by Rolfing Library Staff include:
FeedDemon (Not Free) http://www.feeddemon.com/
Bloglines (Free) http://bloglines.com/
SharpReader (Free) http://www.sharpreader.net/
Reviews of other free readers can be found at:
http://email.about.com/cs/rssfeedreaders/tp/windows_free.htm
How do I know if a web page has an RSS feed?
Most web sites with a feed have an RSS or ATOM feed icon. Attempting to add a page to an RSS reader is another way of telling if it has a feed on not.