What is RSS?
RSS (or Real Simple Syndiation) is a family of web feed formats used to publish frequently updated content such as blog entries, news headlines or podcasts. An RSS document, which is called a "feed," "web feed," or "channel," contains either a summary of content from an associated web site or the full text. RSS makes it possible for people to keep up with their favorite web sites in an automated manner that's easier than checking them manually.
RSS content can be read using software called a "feed reader" or an "aggregator." 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 initiates the subscription process. The reader checks the user's subscribed feeds regularly for new content, downloading any updates that it finds.
How do I subscribe to and read RSS feeds?
To subscribe you have many options:
Firefox
The Firefox Browser lets you subscribe to feeds using "Live Bookmarks".
When you are on a web page where a web feed is available:
- Click the web feed iconat the right side of the Location Bar (you may need to select a title - some sites have more than one).
- The "Add Live Bookmark" dialog will appear. Modify the name and "Create in" location, if you wish.
- Click "OK".
Internet Explorer 7+
How to subscribe to an RSS feed in Internet Explorer 7+:
- Internet Explorer 7 will notify you of a site that offers RSS by illuminating (in red or orange) the RSS feed button on your toolbar.
- Click the red/orange "Feeds" button to see a list of articles that are offered via RSS and subscribe to them by clicking "Subscribe to this feed" in the upper part of the screen.
- You can see all the updated content on this site by looking in the Feeds section of your Favorites Center each time you open Internet Explorer 7.
Feed readers
One of the best ways to keep up to date by downloading free news reader software. Select one from the list of 'Online Feed Readers' below... Each reader different in it's methods for adding feeds - so follow the instructions included with your software or web service for best results.
Applications:
- NewsGator - FeedDemon 2.0 (Windows, more info)
- NewsGator - Microsoft Outlook (Windows)
- NewsGator (OS X)
- Safari (feed support in the Apple OS X native browser)
- Pulp Fiction (OS X)
Online Feed Readers:
