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RSS Feed (Really Simple Syndication)
- What is a RSS feed?
- What is a news reader?
- Where can I get a news reader?
- Are there any other Gavilan feeds to which I can subscribe?
What is RSS feed?
An RSS feed is a simple way to provide data such as upcoming events, headlines, summaries, or links to full stories. RSS (Really Simple Syndication) is an XML-based format for sharing and distributing Web content.
What is a news reader?
A news reader application (also called RSS/News Aggregators) will download and display RSS feeds that the user is subscribe to. News readers periodically check the web site for updates, so the user do not have to constantly check the website for updates.
Where can I get a news reader?
Similar to email programs, there are a variety of news readers differing on features and cost. Some of the popular ones are:
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Are there any other Gavilan feeds that I can subscribe to?
