RSS stands for Real Simple Syndication. RSS was introduced by Netscape in 1999.As per Wiki, ‘RSS is a family of web feed formats used to publish frequently updated content such as blog entries, news headlines or podcasts.’ In other words, RSS is the process of distributing url links to the content of your webpage that you want to share with others. RSS is a unique way to stay updated on anything you are interested in.
You have probably seen many blogs, articles and even webpages become popular with RSS feeds. RSS is the process of gathering useful news and content as happens and you eventually become expert in that field. For instance, say you subscribe profitimo.com. So every time we post a new article or new content, it will automatically get updated in the RSS reader. You can become an expert in any filed by simply subscribing to RSS feeds.
How does RSS syndication work?
RSS syndication is very easy to understand. Like for instance, you publish an article about Content writing. You want to share the articles with others and also want them to make aware of your article. So, by listing that ‘article web page’ as an ITEM in your RSS file, you can have the page appear in front of those people who read information using RSS readers. RSS feeds allow people to easily add links to your content within their own web pages. Mostly you will see Bloggers, article subscribing to RSS feeds for the above mentioned reasons.
How to create RSS File?
Making an RSS File is very easy. One who possess the knowledge about html, will able to understand the cut-paste from another else’s RSS file to make your own file. If you don’t know HTML, please start a blog because the blogging tools automatically generated RSS Feeds.
I hope now it is clear to you, theoretically but always suggest you to try it on your own. i,e practically.So what are you waiting for friend. Go for RSS..Now!
Sharmistha Neogi (she likes to be called “Pinks”) has joined www.profitimo.com as a content writer/editor. She is currently involved in SEO,SEM Application and Implementation apart from writing and Forums Administration. She enjoys working with people and she can be often found on other forums..So Catch her Up :)
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