Choosing an RSS Reader
When choosing an RSS reader keep in mind there are several options available to suit your needs. Not sure which one to use? Here are is a list of the most popular:
Bloglines
http://www.bloglines.com
Bloglines is free and offers a variety of useful features. The feed reader is very user-friendly. Your feeds are stored in folders that you can label. It also lets you control how feeds are displayed, updated and so on.
FeedDemon
http://www.feeddemon.com
FeedDemon is a standalone feed reader that looks very similar to Outlook's style. The program comes pre-configured with a number of popular feeds, which is a good choice if you are a beginner with RSS and not sure how all of this stuff works. FeedDemon also has a built-in podcast receiver that automatically downloads the newest versions of your subscribed podcasts.
RSS Explained
What is RSS?
RSS means Really Simple Syndication. RSS feeds are an easy and efficient way to receive notification when new information is available in a specific area of interest.
How Can I Benefit From RSS?
RSS feeds save time, allowing users to receive notification only when new content is available. Web site visitors choose the information they wish to subscribe to and can unsubscribe from any feed at any point.
How Do I Subscribe to RSS Feeds?
RSS readers are used to display the contents of an RSS feed in an easy to read format. Once you have an RSS reader you simply click the icon or a link to the RSS feed and paste it into your RSS reader. Some readers will auto detect the presence of an RSS feed on a website and you can optionally choose to subscribe. A short list is available at http://www.rss-specifications.com/rss-software.html







