What is RSS? (Really Simple Syndication)
RSS is an easy way to keep you automatically up to date on websites you like to visit regularly. Instead of having
to go to each website separately to see new stories, you can use RSS to view them easily in one application or program.
The Memphis District USACE is now offering RSS feeds for the News Releases section and the RiverWatch online publication.
How can I make use of RSS?
In general you need to install an application or program called an RSS Reader. RSS Readers display the information
from RSS feeds on your computer in a simple format.
Many new web browsers now include built-in RSS readers, including
Internet Explorer 7, Apple Safari and Firefox. Users of My
MSN, My Yahoo and Google personalized home pages can also
add RSS feeds to their home page.
If I don't use one of the browsers above, how do I find an RSS Reader?
RSS content can be read using software called an "RSS reader", "feed reader" or an "aggregator".
You can do a search using your favorite search engine to
find a reader using these keywords.
How do I subscribe to an RSS feed?
The user subscribes to a feed by entering the feed's link into the reader or by clicking an RSS icon in a
browser that supports RSS to initiate the subscription
process. The most common way to add links to your RSS Reader, is to right-click on the RSS button for the ones you want and
choose Copy Shortcut. You can then add/paste it into your
RSS Reader.
