Really Simple Syndication (RSS) is an XML-based format for content distribution. The University Libraries offers several RSS feeds for use in news readers, as 'live bookmarks' in browsers or as an easy way to access databases or library news from your USM portal or Web CT without even visiting the library's web site. These feeds include Databases and Library News areas.
There are a number of ways to access RSS feeds. You can install a news reader that displays RSS feeds from the Web sites you select, enabling you to view hundreds of headlines at once. After installing the news reader, you can add each feed manually from the Web site by clicking on the "Subscribe" or the "XML" orange button next to the feed.
An alternative to downloading a dedicated news reader is to use a Web-based news reader. For example, My Yahoo! or My AOL users can now add RSS feeds directly to their personal page.*
