RSS - Really Simple Syndication
What is it?
An RSS feed is way to publish news headlines, articles, and entries in a standardized format.
Think of it as a free, online magazine subscription. Essentially, RSS feeds deliver news and
information updates from a Web site directly to users who want it.
Typically, RSS feeds deliver information directly to a person’s e-mail inbox or to an RSS
reader (ex: Google Reader, NewsGator).
Benefits
RSS feeds benefit organizations or Web sites by letting them automatically syndicate content
to subscribers. It benefits readers who want to subscribe and receive timely updates.
With JCAHPO’s new RSS feed, you’ll receive regular updates about news and information that
affects you: certification news, scholarship opportunities, Technician Tips, articles,
continuing education opportunities, and program announcements. When you subscribe, we deliver
new and interesting content directly to you.
Getting Started
If you’re new to RSS, the first step is to find a feed reader. There are a variety of RSS
readers available, and the most popular ones are free.
Most e-mail providers, for example (Google, Yahoo, and Hotmail etc.), have readers built into
your account already. Internet Explorer even offers an RSS reader. Search your existing account
or visit some of these free RSS reader sites to get started:
Already have a reader? Simply copy http://feeds.feedburner.com/jcahpo
into your reader and watch for JCAHPO articles and updates.
Outlook Users
For Microsoft Outlook users, a folder already exists and setting it up to receive feeds takes
only a few steps.
- Click on the RSS icon.
- Copy the Web address: http://feeds.feedburner.com/jcahpo.
- Open Microsoft Outlook and select Tools > Account Settings.
- Select RSS tab > New - paste address and click "Add." Be sure to check the
"Automatically Download" box under Downloads.
- Watch for feeds to be delivered to the RSS folder in Microsoft Outlook.