What is a RSS feed?
RSS stands for Really Simple Syndication. It is a XML web feed that pulls new content from a website. RSS feeds are useful because, instead of having to visit your favourite blogs and websites to see if they have new posts, RSS feeds come to you when new content has been posted.
How do I read a RSS feed?
RSS feeds are read using a RSS reader. The most popular is Google Reader. We like using a RSS reader because it means that all of our blogs and news are in one place.
How do I subscribe to a RSS feed?
There are two ways to subscribe to a RSS feed. This first is from a website. Go to the site that you want a RSS feed from and look for the RSS icon:

Click on it and choose your reader from the available list:

You can also subscribe to a RSS feed through your reader. In Google Reader, just click on the “Add a subscription” button and paste in the URL of the blog or website.
To learn more, watch Common Craft’s video RSS in Plain English.
Crissy Campbell
Crissy was Boxcar Marketing’s project manager from May 2009 to December 2012. She handled much of our day-to-day business, including working with clients directly on editorial calendars, weekly online activity plans, social media training and outreach opportunities.
Crissy holds a Master of Publishing degree and before Boxcar Marketing, she worked at the Fraser Valley Regional Library where she specialized in the development and execution of promotional campaigns to drive traffic to regional library locations.
Fun Facts
Crissy has seen the sun rise on the Mekong River.
She took Japanese in high school.
She could beat adults at Memory when she was 5.
Crissy loves wine and board games. Together when possible.
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