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RSS (Real Simple Syndication)

About RSS (Real Simple Syndication)

RSS (Real Simple Syndication) is an XML-based format for distributing content found on the Web. Any information that can be distributed in this format is called a "feed." RSS feeds are used to stay current on topics of interest by monitoring selected web sites for new information and then feeding that information to a web page for you to access at your convenience. This is a popular icon RSS Icon to indicate an RSS feed is available. Some web sites use this icon to display RSS feed capability.

RSS feed content is brought together using a feed aggregator, also referred to as a "feed reader." From the reader, you are able to view the latest updates from many feeds in one location. Feed readers can either be installed on your computer or they can be web based. Many feed readers are available to download at no cost from the Web. Examples of popular feed readers include:

Google Reader (web based)
Bloglines (web based)
NewsGator (web based or desktop)
FeedReader (desktop)

Tutorials and Guides

How to set up RSS feeds in ...

PubMed
Scopus
Web of Knowledge
EBSCO Databases (Academic Search Premier, CINAHL, ERIC, PsycINFO, PsycARTICLES)
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Fequently Asked Questions

Why use RSS feeds?

Stay current with your favorite sites and journals stored on one page!
Organize your feeds by subject, research interest, news, fun and more!
No more email overload!
No more filing through bookmark lists!

How do I create an RSS feed for a PubMed search?

1. Run a search in PubMed.
2. Choose "RSS Feed" from the "Send to" drop-down menu.
3. From the next screen, choose a name for the feed and limit the number of items (between 5 -100) to be displayed, and click "Create Feed."
4. Click the XML icon and copy and paste the URL into the subscribe form in your RSS reader. If you already subscribe to "Google Reader," the
reader page will display, allowing you to click "Add to Google Reader," which will add the feed automatically.

Contact

Welch Library staff members are available to answer questions, assist with set-up, or provide training.
Contact your departmental librarian