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RSS Feeds can save a researcher time by receiving notification about new information or updates added to a website, or receive daily podcasts on genealogy topics. RSS Feeds lets the computer do the searching. | RSS Feeds can save a researcher time by receiving notification about new information or updates added to a website, or receive daily podcasts on genealogy topics. RSS Feeds lets the computer do the searching. [[Image:Rss_icon.png|thumb|right|RSS Feed Icon]] | ||
=== What is an RSS Feed? === | === What is an RSS Feed? === | ||
RSS stands for Really Simple Syndication [RSS 2.0]; RDF Site Summary [RSS 1.0 and RSS 0.90]; and Rich Site Summary [RSS 0.91]). It allows the user to receive notification when new material is added to a website of interest. In some ways it is similar to tuning in to a radio station, and receiving the news, however, RSS lets the user choose the type of information or news that is received. <ref>Wikipedia RSS Article</ref> | RSS stands for Really Simple Syndication [RSS 2.0]; RDF Site Summary [RSS 1.0 and RSS 0.90]; and Rich Site Summary [RSS 0.91]). It allows the user to receive notification when new material is added to a website of interest. In some ways it is similar to tuning in to a radio station, and receiving the news, however, RSS lets the user choose the type of information or news that is received. <ref>Wikipedia RSS Article</ref> | ||