Apr 9 2010

Business English Technology Vocabulary for IT – Web 2.0


Download this video and more from: www.videovocab.TV This is the second in a two-part Video Vocab TV series on IT and computer vocabulary related to the “next generation” of internet technologies, commonly referred to as Web 2.0.


Feb 17 2010

RSS in plain english (subtitulado en español)


El clásico video de commoncraft que explica facilmente como aprovechar el RSS ahora con subtitulos en español.


Feb 10 2010

RSS Explained in Plain English

RSS (Really Simple Syndication) is a method of delivering web content to users that does not necessarily require a web browser. If you want RSS explained in plain English, then read this article to gain a greater understanding of this technology.

Users can be updated as soon as new content is added. RSS is most commonly used on blogs and news sites. Website owners can then syndicate the RSS feeds so other sites can publish the content (sometimes just the titles of the new content is published).

RSS has countless benefits. It lets regular web users keep up to date with your content. Some people are simply too busy, or they forget to check their favorite websites regularly.

RSS lets them subscribe to your feed, notifying them when your site has been updated. They can then either read the new content in their RSS reader or click the link through to your website. It is up to you to decide whether you will deliver the full content to their reader, or just the title and summary of the new post or article.

RSS feeds can increase your traffic significantly. Just by letting your readers know that your site has been updated, you can bring people back over and over again.

To ensure that people click through to your site, make your RSS titles compelling and exciting. By also generating curiosity, people are more likely to visit your site. That is why summary RSS feeds are ideal in many situations, rather than full feeds.

RSS feeds should be a part of your search engine optimization and traffic generation strategy and as such, you should endeavor to stick to your SEO strategy as much as possible.

If you are using a blog platform like WordPress for your site then no work on your part is required to generate a RSS feed. WordPress automatically creates a feed and provides a subscribe link in your navigation. There are also many WordPress plugins that control and customize RSS feeds.

To receive an RSS feed, users just need a feed reader. Many email programs, such as Mozilla Thunderbird, now offer RSS feed readers. Some other popular RSS feed readers include:

Amphetadesk
FeedReader
NewsGator

To add a feed to your reader, simply find the URL of the RSS feed on the website or blog you want to track. Sometimes the URL will be given to you; other times you may need to right click on the RSS icon and select “copy link location” or similar command.

Then simply paste this URL into your reader Add Feed window and the 10 latest news feeds will automatically downloaded (webmasters may choose more or less than ten).

In addition to software there are also internet based feed readers such as Google Reader, Bloglines, Feedbucket, RocketRSS Reader, and My Yahoo. Whichever method your users prefer to use, they will reap the benefits of RSS feeds and updates from your site as they happen.

Now that I have explained RSS to you in plain English, you can begin using it as part of your marketing plan. RSS provides visitors with an excellent way to track new content on their favorite websites. On the other hand, webmasters will love being able to syndicate their new content to many readers, whilst gaining potential traffic and increased earnings from their site.


Feb 9 2010

RSS IN PLAIN ENGLISH. An Awesome Way To Get Backlinks And Web Traffic Using FeedAgg.com


www.takeoverpageone.com This is a no-nonsense, description in plain english way to get great rankings in google using RSS which will also give you great web traffic.


Feb 1 2010

Google Reader in Plain English


www.google.com – How to use Google Reader to read all your favorite news sites and blogs in one place and share news with friends.


Jan 30 2010

RSS(Real Simple Syndication)– EXPLAINED In Plain English

RSS(Real Simple Syndication) is the talk around the net these days because of its many benefits.

I’m sure you’ve received several emails(like I have) telling you to jump on the “RSS” band wagon and that it’s the answer to all your Internet and Email marketing woe’s because of its syndication capabilities.

With RSS Directories and Search Engines coming into the mix as well these days for RSS feeds you really have to decide whether or not you really want it get in on the “RSS” craze.

Now, before I get to far ahead of myself here I want to make sure you know exactly what RSS “IS” and WHY it’s becoming such an essential tool for Your online business and other businesses around the world.

I’ve received a lot of feedback from people just starting out online and/or other webmasters who are not quite sure asking… “what is “RSS” in Plain English and do I need it for my online business?”.

I wrote an article earlier this year stating the “10 MOST Powerful Reasons WHY You Should Be Using RSS”, but I guess I clearly didn’t explain what “RSS” IS which left the readers kind of stumped.

If you wish to read that article as well I’ve provided the link below.

http://www.internetwondersezine.com/article_15.html

With that said, lets ‘Now’ define what RSS(Real Simple Syndication) “IS” in plain english for those of you who are NEW to it and for those of you who are still a little bit confused about it and its uses.

RSS is by definition — an acronym for “Really Simple Syndication” or “Rich Site Summary”, and the .XML extension is the format used for distributing YOUR news headlines via the Web, which is known as “Syndication”.

“Syndication” is where the TRUE power of RSS is unleashed, getting your message or information across the web in an INSTANT to websites, your subscribers and/or readers.

Now, to put this in plain english, “RSS” is simply a technology that distributes YOUR information(whatever it might be — ex. Articles, Special Offers, Product Reviews, Resource Announcements) by syndicating it across the net.

It’s that simple.

It doesn’t have to get any more complex then that.

The more websites, subscribers and/or readers that opt-in to your RSS feeds, the more FREE targeted TRAFFIC you’ll receive from their websites.

How can you take advantage of this NEW technology… Starting Today?

Set up a BLOG!

Blog’s are great because they are “RSS” ready.

If you don’t know what a “BLOG” is here’s a link to another earlier article I wrote that explains BLOGS in full detail since the nature of this article is to make sure you understand what “RSS” IS.

Here’s the link:http://www.internetwondersezine.com/article_12.html

You can set-up a Free BLOG account through Blogger.com — http://www.blogger.com — and begin posting to it within minutes.

All you have to supply is the ‘Content’.

Well, there you have it, “RSS(Real Simple Syndication)– EXPLAINED In Plain English”.

I truly hope this article cleared up any confusion you might of had about “RSS” and will help you take that next step to deciding whether or not “RSS” is for You and your business.

My final thoughts are, don’t be afraid to do a little research, you’ll be amazed at what you might find if you spend a little looking for it on the net.


Jan 29 2010

social bookmarking in plain english – doppiato ITALIANO


Il video di Lee lefever sui siti di social bookmarking doppiato in italiano


Jan 29 2010

Video: RSS in Plain English


A short explanation of RSS and how it helps you save time reading the web. This video comes in an unbranded “presentation quality” version that can be licensed for use in the workplace. www.commoncraft.com