In simple terms RSS is a technology that allows users to subscribe to blogs, podcasts, websites and video blogs/vlogs. The RSS feed will automatically download the desired content directly to the users desktop.

RSS will sometimes be referred to as a feed. Feeds or RSS are a great way for websites, blogs, vlogs and podcasters to distribute there content to a large number of people all at one time. When the website, blog or podcasters update and publish new information anyone who has subscribed to their RSS feed will automatically be notified of the update.

Why RSS is a Great Tool

RSS or feeds allow people/end users to keep track of all their favorite sites, podcasts and blogs without having to go searching each and every site for new updates. This means that the end user can keep track of a large number of feeds with little to no effort.

Benefits of RSS for the End User

By subscribing to their favorite RSS feeds the end user can read and review a large number of websites and blogs with very little time commitment.